The Emergence of Genres: Some Findings from an Examination of First-Grade Writing.

Chapman, Marilyn L.

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ERIC Number: EJ487791

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Publication Date: 1994

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The Emergence of Genres: Some Findings from an Examination of First-Grade Writing.

Chapman, Marilyn L.

Written Communication, v11 n3 p348-80 Jul 1994

Describes the writing and drawing produced by a group of first-grade students during "writing workshop" time throughout the school year. Considers whether genres emerge in ways analogous to other aspects of writing development. Suggests that genre may indeed be emergent. (HB)

Descriptors: Case Studies, Emergent Literacy, English Instruction, Grade 1, Literary Genres, Primary Education, Writing Instruction, Writing Research, Writing Workshops

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Information Analyses; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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