The six traits of writing is a model that we use at Barwon Heads PS to learn the qualities of good writing.
1B have been looking at our favourite Bob Graham books and we have identified where we think he has used the traits in some of his writing.
SENTENCE FLUENCY-Long and short sentences: “Many coins rattled into Buffy’s cup that day and many faces passed by. Then someone stood in from of him. His breath stopped. His feet stopped. The sun came out.”
ORGANISATION-Excellent ending: “And Buffy lives up there, on the hill, to this day.”
ORGANISATION-Bold beginning: “Let’s get a pup!” said Kate
WORD CHOICE-Showing not telling: “She was old and grey and board as a table. It was difficult for her to get to her feet, but she stood, it seemed, almost politely. Her eyes watered, her ears went back and she radiated Good Intention.”
IDEAS: Write about what you already know. Focus on one small part of the event.
We also love the messages and inferences that we can take from this book.
WORD CHOICE-Showing not telling: “Mr Wintergarten’s front gate had not been opened for years. Rose heaved and pushed. The gate groaned and squeaked. Then slowly it swung open.”
What is your favorite Bob Graham book?
My favourite book from Bob graham is………………….BUFFY!! I love reading
his books because he uses all of the 6 traits of writing.
I wonder how long it will take to make a book?
My favourite book is Buffy
I really love ………..Buffy he is so cute. He’s the best dog in the world….. I love Buffy.!
I like reading all of the Bob Graham books
There was a dod called Buffy and he found a family.
My favorite is…………….BUFFY!!!!!!!!! And he used voice trait.
Love Livvy
My favoroirte book is…………………………..BUFFY!!! Is my favoroirte book.
My favoroirte book is…BUFFY!!! my favoroirte book too.
My favourite Bob graham book is Buffy.
Bob Graham is one of my favourite authors.
You know my favorite is Buffy.
It was very cool watching dan hold gold.
Dear Miss Kebbell,
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From Pippi