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A great collection of graphic organizers for middle and high school students

This web site provides an interdisciplinary approach to teaching and improving student writing based on the Six Traits Writing model. The links below provide an overview of the model along with the scoring rubrics for each trait. Exercises provided here will give students and teachers a chance to read sample writings, rate them, and compare their ratings with ratings made by English teachers. This will provide a valuable opportunity for both students and teachers to improve their understanding of the Six Traits and, in the end, improve their own writing.

Thirty-three page pdf guide of various writing prompts organized by grade clusters to help students on state writing assesments.

Heading off to college? Take AP English. Take a look at the resources for writing at Chapel Hill.

Excellent, well-organized site to help with writing from sentence to essay level. Designed for community college but high school students may find it useful, especially with teacher guidance.

A Step-by-Step Guide For Students Writing Essays, or For College Instructors. Teaching Essay WritingTen steps to writing an essay are highlighted by clear explanations and practical examples. Although written for college students, upper-level high school students could also use this guide.