Grade 8 » Writing


The student will self- and peer-edit writing for capitalization, punctuation, spelling, sentence structure, paragraphing, and Standard English.

W.8.8.a

Description: Use and punctuate correctly varied sentence structures to include conjunctions and transition words.
Does Reading Plus meet this standard?
✓ standard met
Aligned modules:
✓ SeeReader
✓ Writing Prompts

W.8.8.b

Description: Correctly use pronouns in prepositional phrases with compound objects.
Does Reading Plus meet this standard?
✓ standard met
Aligned modules:
✓ SeeReader
✓ Writing Prompts

W.8.8.c

Description: Use a variety of sentence structures to infuse sentence variety in writing.
Does Reading Plus meet this standard?
✓ standard met
Aligned modules:
✓ SeeReader
✓ Writing Prompts

W.8.8.d

Description: Maintain consistent verb tense across paragraphs.
Does Reading Plus meet this standard?
✓ standard met
Aligned modules:
✓ SeeReader
✓ Writing Prompts

W.8.8.e

Description: Use comparative and superlative degrees in adverbs and adjectives.
Does Reading Plus meet this standard?
✓ standard met
Aligned modules:
✓ SeeReader
✓ Writing Prompts

W.8.8.f

Description: Use quotation marks with dialogue and direct quotations.
Does Reading Plus meet this standard?
✓ standard met
Aligned modules:
✓ SeeReader
✓ Writing Prompts

W.8.8.g

Description: Use correct spelling for frequently used words.
Does Reading Plus meet this standard?
✓ standard met
Aligned modules:
✓ SeeReader
✓ ReadAround
✓ Writing Prompts

The student will write in a variety of forms to include narrative, expository, persuasive, and reflective with an emphasis on expository and persuasive writing.

W.8.7.a

Description: Engage in writing as a recursive process.
Does Reading Plus meet this standard?
✓ standard met
Aligned modules:
✓ SeeReader
✓ Writing Prompts

W.8.7.b

Description: Choose intended audience and purpose.
Does Reading Plus meet this standard?
✓ standard met
Aligned modules:
✓ SeeReader
✓ Writing Prompts

W.8.7.c

Description: Use prewriting strategies to generate and organize ideas.
Does Reading Plus meet this standard?
✓ standard met
Aligned modules:
✓ Graphic Organizers

W.8.7.d

Description: Organize writing structure to fit form or topic.
Does Reading Plus meet this standard?
✓ standard met
Aligned modules:
✓ SeeReader
✓ Writing Prompts

W.8.7.e

Description: Establish a central idea incorporating evidence, maintaining an organized structure and formal style.
Does Reading Plus meet this standard?
✓ standard met
Aligned modules:
✓ SeeReader
✓ Writing Prompts

W.8.7.f

Description: Compose a thesis statement for persuasive writing that advocates a position.
Does Reading Plus meet this standard?
✓ standard met
Aligned modules:
✓ SeeReader
✓ Writing Prompts

W.8.7.g

Description: Clearly state and defend a position with reasons and evidence, from credible sources.
Does Reading Plus meet this standard?
✓ standard met
Aligned modules:
✓ SeeReader
✓ Writing Prompts

W.8.7.h

Description: Identify a counterclaim and provide a counter-argument.
Does Reading Plus meet this standard?
✓ standard met
Aligned modules:
✓ SeeReader
✓ Writing Prompts

W.8.7.j

Description: Organize information to provide elaboration and unity.
Does Reading Plus meet this standard?
✓ standard met
Aligned modules:
✓ SeeReader
✓ Writing Prompts

W.8.7.k

Description: Develop and modify the central idea, tone, and voice to fit the audience and purpose.
Does Reading Plus meet this standard?
✓ standard met
Aligned modules:
✓ SeeReader
✓ Writing Prompts

W.8.7.l

Description: Revise writing for clarity of content, word choice, sentence variety, and transitions among paragraphs.
Does Reading Plus meet this standard?
✓ standard met
Aligned modules:
✓ SeeReader
✓ Writing Prompts