The step-by-step lessons in this book help teachers model the three types of writing students must master to meet the Common Core Standards: Opinion/Argument, Informative/Explanatory, and Narrative. The lessons help students identify the key features and purpose of each text type and support them as they practice writing in each of these forms. Includes reproducible-guided, independent writing frames and student self-assessment checklists. For use with Grade 1.About the Author:Linda Ward Beech is a New York City-based writer and editor who has written more than 70 titles for Scholastic Teaching Resources.