Writing & Representing Activities
Grade 6 Composition & Communication Excellence
Comprehensive writing activities that develop skilled communicators through authentic purposes, diverse audiences, and meaningful Caribbean contexts across multiple genres and formats.
The Writing Process in Grade 6
Strategic stages students will practice across all writing activities
Prewriting & Planning
- Brainstorming and idea generation
- Audience and purpose analysis
- Research and information gathering
- Graphic organizers and planning tools
- Genre study and mentor text analysis
Drafting
- First draft composition
- Focus on ideas and content flow
- Experiment with voice and style
- Use planning tools as guides
- Write without heavy editing
Revising
- Content and organization improvement
- Peer feedback and collaboration
- Voice and style refinement
- Evidence and support strengthening
- Structure and flow enhancement
Editing & Publishing
- Grammar and mechanics correction
- Spelling and punctuation review
- Format and presentation polishing
- Final proofreading and checking
- Publishing and sharing with audiences
Caribbean Youth Magazine Creation
Students collaborate to create a professional digital magazine featuring Caribbean youth perspectives on current issues, culture, and achievements.
4-6 weeks
Advanced
Groups of 6-8
Learning Objectives
- Practice multiple writing genres and formats
- Develop collaborative writing and editing skills
- Learn magazine layout and design principles
- Research and write about Caribbean topics
- Build digital publishing competencies
Materials Needed
- Digital publishing software (Canva, Adobe, Google Sites)
- Research databases and resources
- Interview recording equipment
- Photography equipment or smartphones
- Style guides and editing checklists
Activity Procedures
- 1Form editorial teams with assigned roles (editor, writers, designers)
- 2Brainstorm magazine themes and target audience
- 3Research and pitch article ideas for approval
- 4Conduct interviews and gather primary source material
- 5Write articles in various genres (news, features, opinion, reviews)
- 6Edit and revise content through peer review process
- 7Design layout and add visual elements
- 8Publish and distribute magazine to school community
Assessment Criteria
- Writing quality across different genres
- Research depth and source credibility
- Collaboration and role fulfillment
- Design and layout effectiveness
- Final publication quality and impact
Extension Activities
- Submit to regional youth publications
- Create ongoing quarterly magazine
- Develop multimedia versions with video content
- Partner with local media organizations
Community Change Persuasive Campaign
Students identify local issues and create comprehensive persuasive campaigns using multiple formats to advocate for positive change.
3-4 weeks
Intermediate to Advanced
Groups of 4-5
Learning Objectives
- Master persuasive writing techniques and structures
- Research community issues and solutions
- Create multimedia persuasive materials
- Practice audience analysis and targeting
- Develop civic engagement and advocacy skills
Materials Needed
- Community issue research resources
- Persuasive writing guides and examples
- Design software for creating materials
- Presentation tools and equipment
- Contact information for community leaders
Activity Procedures
- 1Identify and research local community issues
- 2Analyze target audiences and stakeholders
- 3Develop persuasive arguments with supporting evidence
- 4Create campaign materials (letters, flyers, social media posts)
- 5Design presentation for community leaders
- 6Practice and refine persuasive delivery
- 7Present campaigns to authentic audiences
- 8Reflect on campaign effectiveness and feedback
Assessment Criteria
- Persuasive argument strength and evidence use
- Audience awareness and targeting
- Writing quality across different formats
- Presentation delivery and engagement
- Research quality and source evaluation
Extension Activities
- Implement campaigns in real community settings
- Partner with local advocacy organizations
- Create ongoing community engagement projects
- Develop policy proposal documents
Caribbean Heritage Digital Storytelling
Students create multimedia digital stories that preserve and share Caribbean cultural heritage through personal and family narratives.
3-4 weeks
Intermediate
Individual or pairs
Learning Objectives
- Develop narrative writing and storytelling skills
- Learn digital storytelling techniques and tools
- Preserve and share cultural heritage
- Practice multimedia composition and editing
- Build connections between personal and cultural identity
Materials Needed
- Digital storytelling software (iMovie, Adobe Premiere)
- Recording equipment for audio narration
- Photo scanning apps or equipment
- Music and sound effect libraries
- Storyboard templates and planning guides
Activity Procedures
- 1Collect family stories and cultural heritage information
- 2Interview family members and community elders
- 3Write narrative scripts with strong story structure
- 4Gather visual materials (photos, artifacts, locations)
- 5Record narration with appropriate pacing and expression
- 6Edit digital story with images, music, and effects
- 7Share stories with class and community audiences
- 8Create digital archive of cultural stories
Assessment Criteria
- Narrative structure and storytelling quality
- Cultural authenticity and respect
- Technical production skills
- Script writing and narration delivery
- Visual composition and editing choices
Extension Activities
- Create community digital story collection
- Partner with local historical societies
- Develop intergenerational storytelling events
- Submit to digital storytelling festivals
Caribbean Research Report Publishing
Students conduct in-depth research on Caribbean topics and publish professional reports using academic writing conventions.
4-5 weeks
Advanced
Individual or pairs
Learning Objectives
- Master research and academic writing processes
- Learn proper citation and source evaluation
- Develop expertise on Caribbean topics
- Practice formal report structure and conventions
- Build information literacy and critical thinking skills
Materials Needed
- Research databases and academic sources
- Citation guides and style manuals
- Report templates and formatting guides
- Publishing platforms (Google Sites, Flipgrid)
- Peer review and editing checklists
Activity Procedures
- 1Choose research topics related to Caribbean studies
- 2Develop research questions and thesis statements
- 3Conduct systematic research using multiple sources
- 4Take detailed notes and organize information
- 5Write report drafts following academic conventions
- 6Cite sources properly and create bibliographies
- 7Revise and edit through multiple drafts
- 8Publish final reports in professional format
Assessment Criteria
- Research depth and source quality
- Thesis development and argument structure
- Academic writing conventions and style
- Citation accuracy and bibliography completeness
- Final publication quality and presentation
Extension Activities
- Submit to student research conferences
- Create research presentation for community
- Develop policy recommendations based on research
- Collaborate with university researchers
Caribbean Voices Creative Writing Workshop
Students explore various creative writing genres while developing their unique voices and celebrating Caribbean literary traditions.
4-6 weeks
Intermediate
Individual with group sharing
Learning Objectives
- Explore multiple creative writing genres
- Develop personal writing voice and style
- Study Caribbean literary traditions and techniques
- Practice writing workshop and peer feedback processes
- Build confidence in creative expression
Materials Needed
- Caribbean literature examples and models
- Writing prompts and inspiration materials
- Workshop feedback forms and protocols
- Publishing materials for final anthology
- Recording equipment for poetry performances
Activity Procedures
- 1Study Caribbean literary traditions and contemporary voices
- 2Practice various creative writing forms (poetry, fiction, memoir)
- 3Participate in regular writing workshop sessions
- 4Give and receive constructive peer feedback
- 5Revise and polish selected pieces for publication
- 6Perform selected works at poetry readings
- 7Compile class anthology of creative works
- 8Celebrate writing achievements with community event
Assessment Criteria
- Creative writing quality and originality
- Growth in writing voice and technique
- Workshop participation and feedback quality
- Revision and editing effectiveness
- Performance and presentation skills
Extension Activities
- Submit to youth literary magazines
- Participate in regional writing competitions
- Mentor younger student writers
- Organize community writing events
Caribbean Innovation Multimedia Presentation Lab
Students research Caribbean innovations and create professional multimedia presentations showcasing regional achievements and potential.
3-4 weeks
Intermediate to Advanced
Groups of 3-4
Learning Objectives
- Research and present Caribbean innovations and achievements
- Master multimedia presentation design and delivery
- Practice informational writing and speaking integration
- Develop visual design and communication skills
- Build pride in Caribbean contributions to global knowledge
Materials Needed
- Presentation software (PowerPoint, Prezi, Canva)
- Research databases and innovation resources
- Video and audio recording equipment
- Design elements and visual resources
- Presentation evaluation rubrics
Activity Procedures
- 1Research Caribbean innovations in various fields
- 2Organize information using presentation planning tools
- 3Write clear, engaging presentation scripts
- 4Design visually appealing slides with multimedia elements
- 5Practice presentation delivery with timing and transitions
- 6Incorporate interactive elements and audience engagement
- 7Present to authentic audiences (community, other classes)
- 8Reflect on presentation effectiveness and audience feedback
Assessment Criteria
- Research accuracy and depth
- Presentation organization and flow
- Visual design and multimedia integration
- Speaking delivery and audience engagement
- Collaboration and preparation quality
Extension Activities
- Present at regional innovation showcases
- Create video versions for broader distribution
- Develop innovation proposal presentations
- Partner with Caribbean innovation organizations
Teaching Tips for Writing & Representing Activities
Building Confident Writers
- • Emphasize process over product initially
- • Provide authentic audiences and purposes
- • Model writing processes and thinking aloud
- • Celebrate growth and effort consistently
- • Offer choice in topics and formats
Supporting Diverse Writers
- • Honor home languages and cultural perspectives
- • Provide graphic organizers and planning tools
- • Use peer collaboration and support
- • Offer multiple response and sharing formats
- • Scaffold complex writing tasks systematically