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Donovan, Carol A.; Smolkin, Laura B. – Reading Teacher, 2011
The greater emphasis on information books in elementary schools has led to an increased emphasis on informational writing as well. Although some have suggested utilizing mentor texts to engage children in informational writing, there has been little information about the developmental progression of children's ability to compose in this genre.…
Descriptors: Childrens Writing, Writing Skills, Writing Instruction, Elementary School Students