1. Purpose  Generate words from given letters.  Build writing fluency  Build word choice

2.  First step in generative writing  Introductory level for Grades K-3.  Briefly use this level with Grades 4-8 to scaffold learning.

3.  Objective: To compose written messages based on given words.  Activity: Given specific parameters, students use their understanding of syntax and sentence structure to construct meaningful texts.  Level of Support: Moderate at the beginning working to small group and then independent activities.  Format: Whole class, small group, or individual student.

4.  Adheres to conventions generally established in spelling, punctuation, grammar, usage, syntax, and style  Uses writing as a tool for learning  Engages in the information literacy process: accesses, evaluates, and communicates information and ideas  Is able to write on demand  Communicates in a variety of genres.

5. Objective Students will be able to write a word when given parameters for a chosen letter.

6. Example A Letter “b” chosen. Teacher’s directions: “Write a word that begins with the letter b.” Student writes:bike

7. Example B “Write a word that contains the letter b.” Student writes : job

8. Example C “Write a word that contains the letter b in the 3 rd position.” Student writes:table

9. Video clip of an Newcomers English Language Learners Middle School Classroom Generative Writing Letter Placing Introductory Lesson – Gradual Release of Responsibility Model

10. For each of the 4 parts of the lesson ask yourself:  What is the teacher doing?  What are the students doing? Complete the Letter Placing Video Response Sheet

11. Group Discussion of the Letter Placing Video Response Sheet

12. Let’s Try It!

13.  Small Group Explicit Instruction ◦ Use generative writing in small groups to work on missing skills in writing for your students. ◦ Tape record instructions of generative writing for students to complete in small group with a leader in charge of the recording. ◦ Revise and expand generative writing during Writer’s Workshop. (ie. Word families or drawing pictures and writing sentences to show word meaning)

14. Pair Share Activity ◦ Think of how you could implement this into your classroom setting. (How often, how much time needed, preparation, would this work for you?) ◦ Share with 1 -2 people at your table. ◦ Volunteers to share with whole group.

15. Questions?