Our writing lessons are divided into two categories: Emerging Writer and Genres. The lessons for the emerging writer are divided into six stages, which directly correspond to the skills and abilities of kindergarten students, or those students experimenting with the overall function and structure of language. Each of the five main writing genres is divided into several text type units at four developmental levels, which correspond to the skills and abilities of students typically in grades one through six.

Most of the materials that accompany the lessons can also be found under the Tools tab. Use a Writing Process Guide for each text type as a model of the writing process or as a review lesson. Use the ELL Guide (NEW!) for specific tips and guidelines across all text types to meet the needs of every level of ELL student.