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title: "Saying Sentences Before Writing Them"
description: "Say out loud what is going to be written; compose sentences orally before writing them down as preparation for independent writing"
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# 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

Subject: English · Area: Writing Composition · Ages 5 to 6
Page: https://lightmysky.com/learn/english/saying-sentences-before-writing-them-mt_PJyCGJz5Hv

## Ready when they can

- 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

## Lesson: Say It Before You Write It

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.

*(drawing: Say your sentence, say it again, then write it down.)*

**Example.** Sam wants to write about his dog. He says, 'My dog runs fast.' He says it again, then writes it down.

**Tip.** If you forget your sentence, say it again before writing. Practising with a friend can help too.

**Recap.** Say your sentence first, then write it down.

## Practice

8 questions on this page, each with its working shown.

## Needs first

- [Describing Aloud](https://lightmysky.com/learn/english/describing-aloud-mt_4A7FYmvVhA)
- [Building sentences](https://lightmysky.com/learn/english/building-sentences-mt_N8CpN1EJrP)
- [Writing Process Vocabulary](https://lightmysky.com/learn/english/writing-process-vocabulary-mt_o8ciHks8t2)

## Opens up

- [Writing to inform](https://lightmysky.com/learn/english/writing-to-inform-mt__MDiDU9Vck)
- [Writing opinions](https://lightmysky.com/learn/english/writing-opinions-mt_91f1XFvGZq)
- [Planning Ideas Before Writing](https://lightmysky.com/learn/english/planning-ideas-before-writing-mt_9P9o6d0Qm3)
- [Rehearsing and Varying Sentences](https://lightmysky.com/learn/english/rehearsing-and-varying-sentences-mt_FGCFUCqJBB)
- [Simple Stories with Beginning and Ending](https://lightmysky.com/learn/english/simple-stories-with-beginning-and-ending-mt_nDAcXoPa0c)
- [Writing Poetry](https://lightmysky.com/learn/english/writing-poetry-mt_YNe6siFTFq)