Modeled after the original Writing Lab, this text is designed to introduce younger students, as early as grade 2, to the fundamentals of good writing. Lessons in focus, fluency, clarity, elaboration, style, voice, organization of ideas, and revision are written at an appropriate level of instruction for early writers. The interactive teaching model encourages students to talk about writing as they work in ways that develop their understanding of writing strategies and revision. An hour a week is all it takes for students to develop a love of writing while they become fluent, strategic writers. This is an easy-to-use, powerful component of any language program. For teaching writing skills to older students, we recommend Writing Lab. For teaching advanced skills in writing, we recommend Advancing Writing Skills: A Guide to Authentic Writing. Grades 2-4