Our+Writer's+Notebooks

Here is what I expect to see in your writer's notebooks (see bottom of page for rubric). It would be helpful if you would mark things that aren't obvious with sticky notes. While I will respect any page you would like to keep private, I need to see all of the following to fully assess the notebook.

Heart Map Place Map Scar Map

At least one full draft of each of these kinds of writing: Narrative Expository Persuasive

Can also be many other kinds of writing, notes, drafts you've abandoned, etc.

One fully revised, edited version of one piece of writing (any kind, needs to be substantial in terms of revision and editing). Be sure drafts are included so I can see the work you did to develop the piece. Keep notes of any conferences you have about this piece. This piece should show evidence of attention to... kinds of sentences (declarative, imperative, interrogative, exclamatory) lead descriptive language and other elements of writing that you've picked up this semester from reading and peers (your own minilessons, minlessons from peers, etc.)

A piece ready to present to the class, which may or may not be the same piece you fully revised.

A section for words, sentences, and lyrics you like

A list of your favorite texts and authors - texts that inspire you with their writing. These should be "go to" authors for your teaching. It would be ideal to have authors of different kinds of texts (narrative, informational, etc.) on this list.

Rubric:

All elements of the notebook are complete with sufficient depth and attention to detail. I can tell you spent time thinking and working on this project in terms of quality and quantity - 17

Attend the final class, present a piece to the class, listen and give feedback to other members of the writing community - 3

Total possible points: 20