6 Writing Traits
The 6 Writing Traits:
*Ideas
Ideas are the heart of the message, the content of the
piece, the main theme, together with the details that enrich
and develop that theme.
*Organization
Organization is the internal structure, the thread of central
meaning, the logical and sometimes intriguing pattern of
ideas within a piece of writing.
*Word Choice
Word choice is the use of rich, colorful, precise language
that moves and enlightens the reader.
*Sentence Fluency
Sentence fluency is the rhythm and flow of the language, the
sound of word patterns, the way in which the writing plays to
the ear—not just to the eye.
*Voice
Voice is the magic and the wit, along with the feeling and
conviction of the individual writer coming out through the
words.
*Conventions
Conventions refer to the mechanical correctness of the
piece—spelling, paragraphing, grammar and usage,
punctuation, and use of capitals.
