2. What is a PROCESS ! Process (N)— a series of actions or steps taken in order to achieve a particular end. Example: Military operations could jeopardize the peace process. Synonym: step; procedure Online Source: https://www.google.com/webhp?sourceid=chrome- instant&ion=1&espv=2&ie=UTF-8#q=process

3. What things require a process?

4. Brushing teeth o Pour recommended amount of mouthwash into your mouth o Put toothpaste on toothbrush o Spit out foam o Swish mouthwash around o Put toothbrush with toothpaste on it in your mouth

5. Making a sandwich… O Place both slices of bread together O Spread condiment(s) (of choice) on both slices of bread O Wash your hands O Gather materials

6. Washing hair O Put head under water O Gather materials needed O Pour shampoo into your hand or apply directly to hair O Adjust water temperature O Massage shampoo into hair

7. Writing… …is also a PROCESS Writing: Takes time…shouldn’t be rushed Requires YOUR attention 6 Traits of Writing: Ideas (must be supported) Organizations (most logical) Sentence structure/variety Word choice (not elementary) Conventions (grammar) Voice (tone)

8. STEP 1 Think about the following: Type of writing What am I writing about? Why am I writing about this? Who is going to read? BRAINSTORM: Organize ideas/notes in logical order Use graphic organizer  This will be done in Writer’s Corner !

9. STEP 2 Transfer prewriting into essay format FOCUS on ideas and organization NOT errors. Write on every other line!  This will be done in Writer’s Corner !

10. Step 3 Revise means change (in an effort to improve or make better)! Focus is on CHANGING content (actual information) using the 4 R’s of Revision: REplace REfine REorganize Remove  This will be done in Writer’s Corner !

11. Step 4  Edit = FIX mistakes  USE proofreading marks!! Focus on correcting errors in: – Grammar – Spelling/Usage – Capitalization – Punctuation – Other… I WILL READ my essay from the end to beginning—sentence by sentence.  This will be done in Writer’s Corner.

12. Step 5 Produce final draft for teacher evaluation. – Still revising and editing 6 th & 7 th Grades ONLY:  One appropriate writing utensil ONLY!  Handwriting MUST be legible!  STAAR lined paper used—26 lines only! 8 th Grade ONLY: Typed final drafts following guidelines (for document set up) EVERYONE… SUBMIT on time!

13. Mrs. Chambers’s Procedure within the Writing Process After ing, YOU WILL do the following…

14. Self Revise & Edit 1. After writing the first draft, you will: – Put writing utensil down – Breathe – Read YOUR first draft 2. AFTER reading YOUR first draft, you will: – REVISE YOUR first draft. 4 R’s !!! – EDIT YOUR first draft for errors in spelling, capitalization, punctuation, usage, grammar…. READ sentences from end to beginning !

15. Self Revise & Edit AFTER self revising and editing, you will: Produce a 2 nd Draft following the guidelines !  This will be done in the Writer’s Corner ! 2 nd Draft Guidelines: Use blue or black ink or pencil Write on every other line Obtain parent signature Have grading pen

16. Next Step… After producing 2 nd Draft, you WILL:  PEER Revise/Edit Read someone else’s essay Use a grading pen and proofreading marks to:  Find and correct errors… READ sentences from end to beginning  Suggest changes… 4 R’s  Use blank lines to correct errors and suggest changes Communicate corrections and suggestions in a positive manner.  Writer MUST be receptive.  Peer editor/reviser MUST be able to explain changes/suggestions.

17. FINALLY… After PEER Revising & Editing: Carefully consider corrections and suggestions your peer made. Continue revising and editing accordingly. READ sentences from end to beginning. *** You’re never done until you submit the final draft. Schedule a conference with Mrs. Chambers for her feedback if you desire.  This MUST happen during Intervention. Prepare to produce the final draft.