Six Traits of Writing

An Introduction

The Traits of Good Writing

Purpose…

So, what is the deal with the ice cream sundaes?

We will be using the metaphor of an

ice cream sundae to show how all the traits work together to

make one yummy piece of writing!

something that represents something else

Ideas are the beginning of writing.

The ideas are the heart of the message, the content of the piece, the main theme, together with the details that enrich and develop that theme.

…just like the bowl that holds the ice

cream.

Organization is the ice cream

Voice = the mix-ins

…like sprinkles, nuts, candy bits, cookie pieces.

Word Choice is the toppings

Sentence Fluency is the syrup

Conventions = the spoon

Finally…Enjoy!