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
The lesson
Before you write a sentence, say it out loud first. Listen to how it sounds.
Try it together
Sam wants to write about his dog. He says, 'My dog runs fast.' He says it again, then writes it down.
Good to know
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.
Watch it
Where it sits
Where this leads
Jobs that lean on this skill. Follow one to see everything it is built on.
Then practise
8 questions wait behind this lesson, each with its answer explained. Every answer feeds the sky: stars light as they are learned, and dim when it is time to come back.