Step 2 Draft is the stage in the writing process in which you begin to write. The information from Step 1 Pre-Write is important at this stage of writing. Make sure you have answered all questions and you have completed a graphic organizer.
1. Using the ideas from the graphic organizer, plan the order and content of your writing. Decide which (main) ideas will be included in your writing and the order you want to discuss each one. Use an outline to assist with the writing plan.
Which outline form will be used to organize your writing?
2. Write the introduction, body and conclusion that follows your plan or outline. Write in complete sentences but do not worry about spelling, punctuation or neatness. You will edit your writing in Step 4 Edit. Include details or supporting ideas as you write. Details explain your main ideas.
How will you grab the attention of your audience in the introduction?
Which details will keep the audience interested in your writing?
How will you conclude your writing?
3. Write everything that comes to mind! Do not leave anything out.
4. Go to Step 3 Revise If you have completed the instructions above, go to Step 3 Revise.
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Mishawna S. Manning
* A Chicago Public Schools and University of Chicago Internet
Project * Last updated on
July 19, 2001
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