THE FIVE STEPS OF THE WRITING PROCESS

STEP 1: PREWRITING

THINK

· Decide on a topic to write about.

· Consider who will read or listen to your written work.

· Brainstorm ideas about the subject.

· List places where you can research information.

· Do your research.

STEP 2: DRAFTING

WRITE

· Put the information you researched into your own words.

· Write sentences and paragraphs even if they are not perfect.

· Read what you have written and judge if it says what you mean.

· Show it to others and ask for suggestions.

STEP 3: REVISING

MAKE IT BETTER

· Read what you have written again.

· Think about what others said about it.

· Rearrange words or sentences.

· Take out or add parts.

· Replace overused or unclear words.

· Read your writing aloud to be sure it flows smoothly.

STEP 4: PROOFREADING

MAKE IT CORRECT

· Be sure all sentences are complete.

· Correct spelling, capitalization, and punctuation.

· Change words that are not used correctly.

· Have someone check your work.

· Recopy it correctly and neatly.

STEP 5: PUBLISHING

SHARE THE FINISHED PRODUCT

· Read your writing aloud to a group.

· Create a book of your work.

· Send a copy to a friend or relative.

· Put your writing on display.

· Illustrate, perform, or set your creation to music.

· Congratulate yourself on a job well done!