Personal Journal Writing
Building Interest and Confidence in Writing (Virtual Tour)
Stage of Literacy Development:
Stage 1: Beginning LiteracyStage 2: Consolidation / Fluency
Ages:
6-9
Grade Range:
1st 2nd 3rdFood Groups:
Primary: Writing Processes & Strategies, Motivation for Literacy
Transcript
Although we love using the iPads for writing workshop, my students still really enjoy writing in their journals. And journals are also a place where they can write about anything they want, whether it be true, make-believe, and what happened on the weekend. We try and fit in journal writing about once a week or really whenever students request it. Sometimes they even pick up a journal during their free time. Students also like to decorate their journal. Inside, students often start with a picture and then they write their words. It's a great place for us to communicate and also a great place for me to check in on their writing.
Related References
Evidence:
Fahsl, A.J. & McAndrews, S. L. (2012). Journal Writing: Support for Students with Learning Disabilities. Intervention in School and Clinic, 47(4), 234-244.
Activity Objective
The goal of Personal Journal Writing: Building Interest and Confidence in Writing (Virtual Tour) is to provide students with opportunities to write for different purposes and develop confidence in writing by sharing their interests and personal experiences.
Quick Tips
Additional Comments:
- Provide students with multiple options for journal entries.
- Use sentence starters, writing prompts, and visual cues to help students brainstorm.
- Respond to student journal entries on a regular basis to exchange ideas and motivate students to write.
- Review journals on a regular basis to monitor progress and modify activities as needed.
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