2. How can you read VOICE?
Voice is the author’s
fingerprint on the
page.
The writing sounds
just like the author.
The reader knows the
feelings and opinions
of the author.
3. Can I hear your voice?
When a paper is full of voice…
it makes the reader feel something.
shocked, upset, excited, giggly, or scared
sounds like the author enjoys writing.
you feel like the author is talking to you.
the author is not afraid to say what he/she feels.
you want to read the piece to someone else.
4. Don’t be afraid to let your
voice be heard!
Share your thoughts and
opinions
When you write pretend
like you are talking to the
reader
Don’t hide your true self
Have fun when you write
5. Think about it…
Here is a description of
“Student A”
C average work
3 in conduct and effort
Comments on Term 2 report
card
Missing work
Needs to be more attentive
in class
Three people in a classroom
write about “Student A”
“Student A” says “I work
kinda hard and care about
my grades, but I would
rather talk to my friends.
It’s not my responsibility to
remember when things are
due.”
Parent of “Student A” says
“I don’t know what to do
anymore or how to help my
child! She doesn’t tell me
about the work and doesn’t
seem to care.”
Teacher of “Student A” says
“maybe the work load is
overwhelming for her.
However, she is not taking
responsibility and staying
for extra help.”
6. How would you, your teacher or
parent/guardian write about you as a student?
Think about it…
