What Are The 6 Traits of Writing?

The V.O.I.C.E.S. 6 traits of writing strategy is a mnemonic device designed to help writers remember essential aspects of good writing. Each letter in V.O.I.C.E.S. stands for a different element that contributes to stronger piece of writing. Here’s what each letter represents:

The six traits are:

• Voice: This trait reflects the writer’s personal tone and style. It shows how the writer’s personality and sense of humour come through the writing and engage the reader.
• Organisation: This trait addresses the flow of the writing. It includes the logical sequence of ideas, the opening, the closing, and the transitions between ideas.
• Ideas: This trait focuses on the central message and the content of the writing. It involves the clearness, focus, and depth of the ideas given.
• Conventions: This trait focuses on the mechanical correctness of the writing. It includes grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and paragraph structure.
• Excellent Word Choice: This trait highlights the use of precise and effective language. It involves selecting the right words, academic language, and phrases to convey meaning and engage the reader.
• Sentence Fluency: This trait deals with the flow and rhythm of sentences. It includes variations in sentence structure (simple, compound, complex) , variety, and the overall readability of the writing.

Each trait provides a different lens through which early writers can view and improve their writing, making it easier to identify strengths and areas for improvement.

Grab Your Six Traits of Writing Classroom Display!

This printable resource consists of a variety of display and reference tools that would make the perfect classroom display or Interactive Notebook Insert. We have included both full and half-size options, as well as colour and black/white versions. Your resource download includes the following:

1.  6 Trait Writing Chart (Single Display-Style Poster)
2.  Half-size mini-anchor Charts featuring each of the six traits and guiding statements for students to reference when working to improve their writing.
3. Full-Size 6 Traits of Writing Anchor Charts – One for each trait, featuring an overview and guiding questions for students to ask themselves when working on improving their writing.

Downland and Print Your V.O.I.C.E.S. Writing Posters Today!

This resource downloads as a printable PDF as well as a fully editable Google Slides resource file. Click the dropdown arrow on the download button to select your file of choice. We have also included colour and black-and–white versions as well!

This resource was created by Samantha Rose, a teacher and Teach Starter collaborator.

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