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Sample compositions are provided for each text type at every developmental level. These writing samples can be used as teaching tools and as model of writing. Each sample includes clear examples of the individual characteristics of a text type.

The samples, which correspond to the graphic organizer for that text type, also provide a blueprint for creating class drafts with students. When teachers model writing, they convey a positive attitude toward writing and provide models of good writing.

WRITING SAMPLES	DESCRIPTION
EXPOSITORY	a genre of writing that informs, describes, or explains with text types that include: autobiography, biography, descriptive, essay, experiment, informational report, and media article
NARRATIVE	a genre of writing that entertains or tells a story with text types that include: adventure, fairy tale, fantasy, historical fiction, mystery, personal narrative, realistic fiction, and science fiction
PERSUASIVE	a genre of writing that attempts to convince readers to embrace a particular point of view with text types that include: advertisement, editorial, persuasive essay, political cartoon, pro/con, and review
PROCEDURAL	a genre of writing that explains the instructions or directions for completing a task with text types that include: experiment, how to, and recipe
TRANSACTIONAL	a genre of writing that serves as a communication of ideas and information between individuals with text types that include: business letter, friendly email, friendly letter, interview, invitation, postcard, speeches, and weblog entry