3.4 Writing Mechanics

• write words, phrases, and sentences with the correct spelling
• compose logical and coherent texts on varied themes
• appreciate the importance of correct word order in enhancing the meaning of written communication

“What strategies can you use to improve your spelling?”

“Why is word order important when writing texts?”

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1. Writing characters accurately: strokes and parts
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Apply basic stroke-order rules and distinguish similar characters to spell accurately.
2. A spelling bee with healthy-eating words
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Participate in a spelling bee by writing words related to healthy eating with correct spelling.
3. Dictation of sentences about healthy eating
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Listen to dictation and write sentences with correct spelling and punctuation.
4. Combining words into phrases and expressions
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Combine words to form phrases and expressions related to healthy eating habits with correct spelling.
5. Chinese punctuation marks
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Identify and use Chinese punctuation marks correctly.
6. Word order in Chinese sentences
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Apply the Chinese word order: subject, time, place, verb, object.
7. Using mind maps to write a coherent text on healthy eating
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Create mind maps to organise ideas and write logical, coherent and organised texts on healthy eating habits.
8. Rearranging jumbled words and reflecting on writing challenges
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Rearrange jumbled words into correct sentences, reflect on writing challenges and answer the key inquiry questions.