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First Drafts
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/drafting/first-draftsFirst Drafts Purpose First drafts are for writing, free from conventions (e.g., rules of writing). How Write down thoughts and ideas on any topic Don’t worry about organization, word choice, grammar,...
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Freewriting
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/drafting/freewritingFree Writing Purpose A time to write anything that comes to mind. No editing or revising. Helps build confidence and identity as a writer. How Choose a length of time for free writing—2–5 minutes usually Write...
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Audience
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/organizing/audienceAudience Purpose Think about who will be reading your writing. The way you organize your writing and the tone (word choice) you choose will change depending on the audience and the purpose for writing. How Ask...
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Purpose
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/organizing/purposePurpose Purpose Know why something is being written. What is the reason you are writing? How Have writers ask these questions of themselves before drafting: Why am I writing this? For what purpose? Examples:...
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Tone
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/organizing/toneTone Purpose Use a formal or informal tone to suit the audience and purpose. Word choice affects the tone. How Formal writing Uses more technical or business words Is for formal connections like a boss,...
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Words
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/organizing/wordsWords Purpose Word choice is important for the writing purpose, the tone being set, and the audience addressed. How Choose words that go with the purpose and tone—formal or informal Use words that might...
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Sentences
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/organizing/sentencesSentences Purpose Use different types of sentences to make writing more interesting. How Make a mix of short and long sentences to keep writing more interesting Choose different sentence starters Note: When...
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Paragraphs
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/organizing/paragraphsParagraphs Purpose Combine sentences together into a paragraph that focuses on one idea. How Follow a good paragraph structure: Main idea Topic sentence Supporting sentences Concluding sentence See it...
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Word Choice
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/revisions/word-choiceWord Choice Purpose Good writing uses vocabulary or word choice that appeals to the audience. This means using words the writer knows and words they think their audience will appreciate. How Use specific...
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Spelling
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/revisions/spellingSpelling Purpose Not every revision of writing needs to start with spelling. But many writers are curious about English spelling, especially newcomers to Canada. Teach spelling if needed for more formal...
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Punctuation
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/revisions/punctuationPunctuation Purpose Punctuation uses symbols to separate and give meaning to words in sentences. It shows where to pause, what words are quotations, and more. How Very beginning writers: Focus on the period...
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Writing Practice
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/writing-practiceWriting Practice Acitivities In addition to explicit instruction on how to write, writing practice will help improve writing skills. Here are additional writing activities to add to a robust writing program. Alternate...
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Writing a Journal Entry
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/everyday/journalWriting a Journal Entry Purpose Journal entries do not need to follow any writing conventions. They are expressions of personal growth, interests, and opinions, etc. The writer is in total control of what...
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Writing a List
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/everyday/listWriting a List Purpose Writing lists may be for various purposes (described below in a list!): To-do lists Best-of lists Grocery list Brainstorming list Checklist, etc. How Before writing a list, decide...
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Writing an Email
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/everyday/emailWriting an Email Purpose Emails are a typical communication used for both personal and business purposes. How Every email needs the following parts: Subject line: Should have 3-5 keywords or a short phrase...
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Verbal
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-digital/language/verbalVerbal This is the language related to what you read - the words or text used to describe the icons, symbols, structures, or tasks. Verbal language can be complex and confusing. Often there are multiple...
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Language Experience Approach
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/drafting/language-experience-approachLanguage Experience Approach Purpose Write down personal stories at the same time as they are being told aloud. The written story reflects the writer’s own experiences and language. It connects writing...
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Everyday Purposes
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/everyday-purposesWriting 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...
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Supervision and Support: Settling in for the Long Run
https://calp.ca/e-learning/?id=786Your volunteers need clear direction and want feedback about what and how they are doing. You want and need information from them, too. Clear communication paths and expectations will be the key to your...
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CALP Connections: April 2026
https://calp.ca/blog/calp-connections-april-2026-2026-03-12CALP Connections: April 2026 2026-2027 Membership Renewal, Literacy & Learning Symposium, Upcoming Professional Development Opportunities, Call for CLN Board Applications, Strengthening Literacy Practices,...