This document discusses best practices for teaching basic English writing skills. It emphasizes that writing skills are essential and have long-term benefits. It recommends encouraging students to do a little writing in every class and presenting new concepts like sentence structure in a fun, simple way. Teachers should also communicate clearly about new material, help students build coherent paragraphs using linking words, and allow them to openly discuss writing topics. Developing an understanding of writing structures, choosing effective topics, and understanding the differences between formal and informal writing styles are also important aspects of writing instruction.