Georgia 7.P.EICC.4.e
The Standard
Construct an initial draft by integrating ideas and information; selecting words, phrases, and sentences; and incorporating craft techniques that will best achieve the purpose of the text and resonate with the target audience. (C)
Georgia's K-12 English Language Arts Standards · Practices (P) · Engagement & Intention for Comprehension & Composition
Teacher's field guide
What This Standard Means
What Students Need to Do
- Students turn their plans, notes, and sources into a complete first draft. They choose details, wording, sentence patterns, and techniques that fit their goal and intended readers.
What Mastery Looks Like
- The first draft has a clear direction, connected ideas, relevant details, and language suited to its readers. The student can point to a sentence or technique and explain its purpose.
Common Misconceptions
- Students may treat a first draft as a polished final copy or simply copy their notes in order. They may add fancy words or techniques that distract from the purpose and audience.
How to Assess It
- Exit ticket: “Draft one paragraph convincing your principal to add a five-minute passing period. Include one fact, a clear reason, and audience-appropriate wording.”
Lesson moves
Ways to Teach It
Give groups note cards with facts and examples, then have them arrange the cards and draft a paragraph for a chosen audience.
Ask students to compare two introductions and write which one better fits middle school readers, citing two specific word or sentence choices.
Play Audience Switch by giving students a topic, then having them rewrite one sentence for a friend, teacher, and community leader.
Have students draft a product review for a school newspaper, using details and wording that would help classmates make a decision.
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