Writing for Everyday Purposes
Here are 4 kinds of writing used everyday to help organize our lives, communicate with others, or for personal or interpersonal expression.
Strategies for beginning writers:
- Journal entry
- List
Strategies for more experienced writers:
- Writing emails
- Writing letters
If a beginning writer needs to learn how to write emails or letters right now, it may help to start with lists or graphic organizers.
This will help a more beginning writer think about what they want to write before they tackle the more formal structure of emails or letters.
Writing a Journal
Journal entries are personal expressions of the writer and do not need to follow writing conventions.
Writing a List
Lists may be used for various purposes, such as to-do lists, best-of lists, grocery lists, and more.
Writing an Email
Emails are a typical communication used for both personal and business purposes.
Writing a Letter
Letters are still used for both formal and informal purposes. They commonly follow a specific format.