Patterns of Revision, Grade 5: Inviting 5th Graders into Conversations That Elevate Writing

Patterns of Revision is a practical resource that uses sentence combining methods to support authentic writing and writing for performance-based or multiple-choice tests. It provides concrete lessons, a DRAFT mnemonic, model text excerpts, and an engaging process for revision instruction. The book aims to establish routines, practices, and mindsets for success in writing and writing instruction.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 254 pages
Publication date: 29 February 2024
Publisher: Stenhouse Publishers

Patterns of Revision is a valuable resource for fifth-grade writers looking to improve their revision skills. Written by best-selling authors Whitney La Rocca and Jeff Anderson, the book offers practical methods and strategies for revising sentences. It uses the research-proven and classroom-tested methods of sentence combining in a meaningful and engaging way, supporting authentic writing as well as writing for performance-based or multiple-choice tests.

The book begins with a helpful mnemonic, DRAFT, which guides students on where to begin the revision process and how to keep going. It then provides concrete and doable lessons that spark academic conversations about meaning, effect, and purpose. These lessons are grounded in a student-centered revision approach, allowing students to engage in oral rehearsal and play to deepen their understanding of the text.

To support student revision learning, the book offers easily accessible display and printable pages embedded in each lesson. Authentic and engaging model text excerpts are curated to support each lesson, providing students with real-world examples of effective writing.

The book's engaging process for revision instruction can be immediately implemented to support any writing approach or as a supplemental resource for Patterns of Power, Grades 1-5, and Patterns of Power Plus, Grade 5. With every lesson grounded in the critical strategy of writers talking out their revisions, Patterns of Revision will establish routines, practices, and mindsets to set up students for success from Day 1.

By exploring revision through engaging inquiry and the study of models, the book helps students build flexible, competent revisors. It encourages an open-ended discussion of meaning-driven revision choices and their effects, helping students develop a deeper understanding of the writing process.

Overall, Patterns of Revision is a must-have resource for fifth-grade teachers and students who want to improve their revision skills and become more effective writers. Its practical methods, engaging lessons, and student-centered approach make it an invaluable tool for supporting writing instruction and promoting student success.

Weight: 748g
Dimension: 231 x 284 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781625316356