Traits Writing is a revolutionary writing program from Ruth Culham that helps every student become a capable, confident writer. Built on the cornerstones of writing practices: writing process, writing workshop, and writing traits, Traits Writing with NEW Grade-specific resources, can be put to work every day, week, and month of the school year. Containing carefully timed assessments based on reliable, easy-to-follow scoring guides, Traits Writing shows you how to inform and target writing instruction to meet each student's needs.

Each Grade level includes:

• Student Writing Journal (25 copies)
• 352-page Teaching Guide
• 26 Trade Books
• Implementation Guide
• 7 Trait Posters
• Traits Song CD
• Installation CD for Traitspace, the Companion Website with Support Materials and Author Videos