The authors have divided the book into sections for K-2, 3-4, and 5-8 students. These divisions reflect the various differences between emerging, competent, and fluent writers. Each section has a generous collection of craft lessons directed at the genre that is most appropriate for the age group. Every lesson features three teaching guidelines—discussion, how to teach it, and resource material. This book gives teachers a wealth of practical strategies to help students grow into strong writers as they explore and explain the world around them.