Four Square riting Method四平方的写作方法.pptVIP

Four Square Writing Method Introduction - lesson 1 When we teach math give you formulas teach science we give you a scientific method teach reading give you decoding skills 4 Square Method can be used for all types of writing: Narrative Descriptive Expository Persuasive We will use a Graphic Organizer (picture diagram) to plan and organize our prewriting and drafting. 4 Square - lesson 2 From reading you know about Main Ideas and details. (also used in writing) In this lesson we’ll learn about Broad Ideas and “Topics.” Examples: Four Square - lesson 3 Example: Four Square - lesson 4 “Transition words” help bridge the gap between ideas. They provide smooth reading when changing paragraphs. Adding “vivid words helps you develop style in your writing. You will be adding What you (the writer) see, hear, feel, smell, and taste. The emotional state of you (the writer) Improving ( Expanding) Introduction Paragraph Introduction paragraph gives reader an overview sets the tone (what to expect) first impression (will the reader want to read on) Now we will include 1st - topic sentence My favorite meal is spaghetti and meatballs 2nd - wrap-up sentence It’s my favorite because it’s easy to eat to make, fun to eat, and delicious. 3rd - personal narrative I could eat spaghetti and meatballs for dinner every night. Improving (Expanding) The Final Paragraph The last step is expanding the final paragraph final chance to bring message to reader. Summary final emphasis of main ideas Now we will include 1st - Wrap-up sentence with connecting word So you can see, my favorite meal is spaghetti and meatballs because it’s easy to make, fun to eat, and delicious 2nd - Personal narrative sentence(s) (question or exclamation) Make it perky! I think my mom is making some tonight. Would you like to come over for dinner? Credit and thanks due to: Tommy Bolger Assistant Principal at Dacusville Elementary Award