LAC 28:CLXIX.1107. Writing

A. Write multi-paragraph opinion pieces on topics or texts, supporting a point of view with reasons and information. 1. Introduce a topic or text clearly, state an opinion, and organize related reasons together in paragraphs. 2. Provide reasons that are supported by facts and details. 3. Link opinion and reasons using words and phrases (e.g., for instance, in order to, in addition). 4. Provide a concluding statement or section related to the opinion presented. B. Write multi-paragraph informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly. 1. Introduce a topic clearly and group related information in paragraphs and sections; include formatting (e.g., headings), illustrations, and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension. 2. Develop the topic with facts and definitions including concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples related to the topic. 3. Link ideas within categories of information using words and phrases (e.g., another, for example, also, because). 4. Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic. 5. Provide a concluding statement or section related to the information or explanation presented. C. Write multi-paragraph narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, descriptive details, and clear event sequences. 1. Orient the reader by establishing a situation and introducing a narrator and/or characters; organize the sequence of events logically. 2. Use dialogue and description to develop experiences and events or show the responses of characters to situations. 3. Use a variety of transitional words and phrases to manage the sequence of events. 4. Use concrete words and phrases and sensory details to convey experiences and events precisely. 5. Provide a conclusion that follows from the narrated experiences or events. D. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development and organization are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. E. With guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, and editing. F. With guidance and support from adults, produce and publish grade-appropriate writing using technology, either independently or in collaboration with others. G. Conduct research that builds knowledge through investigation of different aspects of a topic. H. Use relevant information from experiences and gather relevant information from print and digital sources. 1. Take notes and categorize information. 2. Provide a list of sources. I. Draw relevant evidence from grade-appropriate literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research based on grade-level reading standards. J. Develop flexibility in writing by routinely engaging in the production of shorter and longer pieces for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences.