Writing Application
Learn
Reading and writing go together! When you write your own sentences, you practice the same skills that help you read fluently. In this lesson, you will write sentences and short texts that you can then read aloud.
How Writing Helps Reading
- When you write words, you learn how they look and sound
- Writing sentences helps you understand how sentences work
- Reading what you wrote is great fluency practice!
- You become a better reader by being a writer
Writing Tips for Fluent Reading
- Use periods: End each sentence with a period so you know where to pause
- Use capital letters: Start each sentence with a capital letter
- Keep it simple: Short sentences are easier to read fluently
- Read it back: Always read what you wrote out loud
Examples
Example 1: Writing About a Picture
Imagine you see a picture of a dog playing in a yard.
You could write: "The dog is in the yard. It is running. The dog looks happy."
Now read it: Practice reading your sentences smoothly!
Example 2: Finishing a Story
Start with: "One day, a girl found a..."
You could finish: "One day, a girl found a pretty shell. She picked it up. She put it in her pocket. She showed it to her mom."
Now read it: Read your story with expression!
Practice
Complete each writing activity. Then read what you wrote out loud!
1. Write a sentence about your favorite food. Then read it aloud.
Example start: "I like to eat..."
2. Write two sentences about the weather today. Read them with smooth pacing.
Example start: "Today the sky is..."
3. Finish this sentence and add one more: "My favorite color is ___."
Read both sentences together fluently.
4. Write three sentences about an animal. Use a period at the end of each one.
Example: "I see a cat. The cat is gray. It has a long tail."
5. Write a sentence that ends with an exclamation mark (!). Read it with excitement!
Example: "I love pizza!"
6. Write a question. Then write an answer to it. Read both aloud.
Example: "Do you have a pet? Yes, I have a dog."
7. Write four sentences about what you did this morning. Read your mini-story!
8. Copy this sentence, then add your own ending: "At the park, I saw a ___."
Read your complete sentence aloud three times.
9. Write two sentences about a friend or family member. Make sure to use capital letters for their name!
10. Write a short story (4-5 sentences) about a fun day. Read it to someone!
Start with: "One sunny day..."
Check Your Understanding
Look at the sentences you wrote today. Check each item:
- Did each sentence start with a capital letter?
- Did each sentence end with a period, question mark, or exclamation mark?
- Did you read each sentence you wrote out loud?
- Could you read your writing smoothly?
Writing your own sentences and reading them is a great way to become a fluent reader!
Next Steps
- Write in a journal every day and read it back
- Write notes to family members and read them aloud
- When ready, move on to the next lesson: Editing Workshop