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Student Writing Model

A Lesson to Learn

Eddie, a seventh grader, wrote a brief journal entry about his little brother’s annoying habit of asking questions all the time—and how it taught him a lesson.

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A meaningful gift I've given or received

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A memorable bus ride

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A narrow escape from trouble

Writing Assessment Model

A New Friend

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A person who changed history

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A person who means the world to me

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A personal habit I'd like to change

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A place I like to visit

Explanatory Paragraph

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A project I am working on

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A really spooky story

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A remarkable artist

Response to Literature

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A school field trip

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A song that means a lot to me

Explanatory Paragraph

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A special birthday

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A special photograph

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A special, secret place

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A sport I'm good at

Explanatory Paragraph

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A story about a holiday

Student Writing Model

A Story of Survival

Opening with a quotation is a great way to begin a book review. Kelsey, the author, summarizes the plot well without giving away the whole story, and she shows genuine enthusiasm for the story.

Response to Literature