Planning to use Mentor Texts in the Teaching of Writing.

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Title: Planning to use Mentor Texts in the Teaching of Writing.
Authors: English, Robyn
Source: Practical Literacy: The Early & Primary Years. Jun2025, Vol. 30 Issue 2, p40-41. 2p.
Subject Terms: *Literacy programs, *Picture books, *Education, *Teaching, Mentoring in literature
Abstract: The article focuses on effectively planning for the use of mentor texts in literacy programs to enhance writing skills. Topics include identifying quality picture books as invaluable resources, strategies for teachers to systematically capture notes on how texts serve specific teaching purposes, and applying frameworks such as the 6+1 Traits of Writing to analyze mentor texts across different schooling levels.
Database: Education Research Complete
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Abstract:The article focuses on effectively planning for the use of mentor texts in literacy programs to enhance writing skills. Topics include identifying quality picture books as invaluable resources, strategies for teachers to systematically capture notes on how texts serve specific teaching purposes, and applying frameworks such as the 6+1 Traits of Writing to analyze mentor texts across different schooling levels.
ISSN:22043667