Did you SMASH your writing? (younger version)

This writing acronym prompt is the perfect way to build and enhance focus, self-checking and goals with junior writers! I love getting kids pumped and engaged in their writing that is happening - especially when they are aware of their success criteria or learning outcomes they can work on in their writing.

SMASH stands for:

• S - spaces in your work
• M - makes sense
• A - a full stop and capital letter
• S - sound card check
• H - have you underlined your not sure words

This resource includes everything you need to get this going in your classroom! Included is:

• 2 anchor charts unpacking 'Did you SMASH your writing?' - these have the acronym explained with both words and an example
• Individual anchor charts unpacking each letter of SMASH
• Stars unpacking each letter of SMASH that can be used in a variety of ways
• 2 checklists for students to complete to 'assess' or check off the SMASH criteria in their writing. One has picture examples, the other just words.
• Individual goal templates for each letter of SMASH
• 2 sound cards that match the resource prompts

This resource includes 27 pages.