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6 + 1 Traits of Writing

ORGANIZATION Trait
Organization

  The framework of the 6 + 1 Traits Writing Model identifies six qualities of good writing.

#2 Organization - Once the idea or topic is narrowed, the student can begin the organization of the writing piece. Organization is the structure of the writing piece and how it is presented. It holds the information together and can be easily comprehended by the reader. Structure may be based on comparison and contrast, deductive logic, theme based, events explained in chronological order, or fact based. Writing can be in the form of a narrative, a paragraph, a poster, a brochure, or any other form of writing. All writing must be presented in an organized manner in order for the writing to be effective and meaningful. 

The organization of your writing is what holds everything together. It puts your ideas in an order that makes sense, and it gives your writing a strong beginning, middle and end. When your writing is not organized, your reader can grow confused and lose interest.

Organization Related Storybooks When introducing the 6 Traits to students, many teachers read aloud a text that exemplifies the trait(s). This is the notion of mentor text. Students learn the evidence of the trait from mentors and how to imitate it within their own writings. Such mentor text often includes picture books. The text is short (which is important for a mini-lesson) and engaging for students.
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