Saying Sentences Before Writing Them
Say out loud what is going to be written; compose sentences orally before writing them down as preparation for independent writing
What a learner can do afterwards
- Say a complete sentence aloud before attempting to write it
- Rehearse a sentence orally more than once to hold it in memory
- Practise sentences with a partner before writing independently
1 · Read
Before you write a sentence, say it out loud first. Listen to how it sounds. This helps you remember your idea. Saying it with a friend helps too.
Sam wants to write about his dog. He says, 'My dog runs fast.' He says it again, then writes it down.
If you forget your sentence, say it again before writing. Practising with a friend can help too.
Say your sentence first, then write it down.
The rewritten readings were written for this dataset.
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Say your thought, then write
A sentence shares a complete thought. It often names someone or something and tells what happens. Before writing, speak your words and listen. Do they make sense? Try: 'The cat sat down on the mat.' Then write your sentence. Speaking first can help you remember the words.
Practise saying your words
Choose words you enjoy saying. Try a slow voice, then a quick one. Speak loudly, then softly. Repeat the words to practise making each one clear. Before writing a sentence, say it three times. Writing may still take practice.
Speak a kind message
Think about the message you want in your letter. Try saying, 'Dear Santa, thank you for the gifts.' Put those words on paper. Speaking your message can help you remember it as you write. Choose a kind sentence, say it twice, then add it to your letter.
Listen to the word order
We often name who or what a sentence is about, then say what happens. Try: 'The dog runs fast.' Now try: 'Fast runs the dog.' The second version sounds unusual in everyday talk. Listen to your sentence before writing. This can help you choose an order that makes sense.
2 · Watch
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