4.11.E

ELA4th GradeThe student uses the writing process recursively to compose multiple texts that are legible and uses appropriate conventions.

The Standard

publish written work for appropriate audiences.

Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for English Language Arts and Reading

Teacher's field guide

What Students Need to Do: Students prepare a polished piece for a specific group of readers. They choose a suitable format, layout, visuals, and sharing method, then proofread before sharing.
What Mastery Looks Like: A student can name the intended reader and choose a clear format, title, layout, and visuals for that reader. The final piece is polished, readable, and shared in a suitable way.
Common Misconceptions: Students may think publishing only means printing or posting online. They may add distracting fonts and pictures, forget to identify the intended reader, or share work without a final proofread.
How to Assess It: Give students a short draft and name an audience, such as first graders. Ask them to list three changes they would make before sharing it and explain why.

Lesson moves

Give pairs one paragraph and two audience cards, then have them create separate final pages with paper, markers, and cutout visuals.
Ask students to write: How would you change a class newsletter for families instead of classmates? Explain three choices.
Play Audience Match by having teams pair sample texts with audience cards and defend each match using clues from the text.
Have students turn classroom directions into a clear poster for younger students, then display it near the relevant classroom area.

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