LAC 28:CLXIX.907. Writing

A. Write multi-paragraph opinion pieces on topics or texts, supporting a point of view with reasons. 1. Introduce the topic or text they are writing about, state an opinion, and organize related reasons together in paragraphs. 2. Provide reasons that support the opinion. 3. Use linking words and phrases (e.g., because, therefore, since, for example) to connect opinion and reasons. 4. Provide a concluding statement or section. B. Write multi-paragraph informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly. 1. Introduce a topic and group related information together in paragraphs; include illustrations when useful to aiding comprehension. 2. Develop the topic with facts, definitions, and details. 3. Use linking words and phrases (e.g., also, another, and, more, but) to connect ideas within categories of information. 4. Provide a concluding statement or section. C. Write multi-paragraph narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, descriptive details, and clear event sequences. 1. Establish a situation and introduce a narrator and/or characters; organize the sequence of events logically. 2. Use dialogue and descriptions of actions, thoughts, and feelings to develop experiences and events or show the response of characters to situations. 3. Use temporal and/or transitional words and phrases to signal event order. 4. Provide a clear conclusion. D. Produce writing in which the development and organization are appropriate to the task and purpose. 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 about a topic. H. Use information from experiences and gather information from print and digital sources. 1. Take brief notes on sources. 2. Sort evidence into provided categories. I. Develop flexibility in writing by routinely engaging in the production of shorter and longer pieces for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences.