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Student Writing Model
Rosa Parks
This historical profile presents accurate information about a famous person and is written in an active, lively manner. Alita, the writer, immersed herself in the life of Rosa Parks until she could “feel” the person and events. She found ways to communicate these feelings to readers.
Student Writing Model
The Killer Bean
This report is timely, revealing, and engaging; it flows smoothly with effective transitions between paragraphs. The author has clearly gained a thorough understanding of the subject.
Minilesson
Asking and Answering the 5 W's and H Questions
Teach students to collect key details.

Books
Write on Course 20-20 Teacher's Guide
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Write on Track Teacher's Guide
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Write Away Teacher's Guide
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Writers Express
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Write on Track
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Write One Teacher's Guide
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Write One Student Handbook
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The Writing Spot Teacher's Guide
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The Writing Spot Buddy Book
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Write Ahead Teacher's Guide
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Write Ahead
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Write for College Teacher's Guide
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All Write Teacher's Guide
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All Write
Minilesson
Using Perspective Shifting to Imagine History
Help students gain a historical viewpoint.

Minilesson
Using Perspective Shifting to Persuade Readers
Help students see from readers' perspectives.

Minilesson
Using Perspective Shifting to Understand Others
Help students improve empathy.
