When basic writing skills become relatively effortless for students, they can focus less on these basic writing skills and more on developing and communicating their ideas. However, younger writers must typically devote considerable attention to acquiring and polishing these skills before they become proficient. Problems with basic writing skills have an impact on the quality of a person’s writing. Spelling skills can affect the words students choose because they may be less likely to use words they cannot spell. Students also need to be able to generate strong, interesting sentences that vary in length and complexity in order to convey their intended meaning and engage readers.
This is recommendation is from the What Works Clearinghouse's Teaching Elementary School Students to Be Effective Writers Practice Guide. Download the full version of this practice guide for evidence-based tips and expert advice for teachers, literacy coaches, and other educators who want to improve the writing of their elementary students at [ Ссылка ].
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