6+1 Traits of Writing
Good writing is about so much more than just correct spelling and grammar. While those mechanics are important, I teach the 6+1 Traits of Writing to help students master organization, voice, word choice, and flow. My sessions go beyond basic proofreading to help your child become a truly expressive, well-rounded writer.
- Trait 1
Ideas
The main message — clear, focused, and interesting content.
- Trait 2
Organization
The internal structure — a strong beginning, middle, and end.
- Trait 3
Voice
The writer's personality shining through the words.
- Trait 4
Word Choice
Rich, precise language that brings writing to life.
- Trait 5
Sentence Fluency
The rhythm and flow that makes writing easy to read aloud.
- Trait 6
Conventions
Spelling, grammar, punctuation, and capitalization done right.
- +1
Presentation
The +1 — how the finished piece looks on the page.