Grade 4 · Writing · Lesson 8

Peer Edit with Checklists

Peer editing is when you read a classmate\'s writing to give helpful feedback. A checklist guides you to look at specific aspects: content, organization, details, transitions, punctuation, and word choice. Good feedback is specific and kind — it mentions strengths and suggests improvements.

What this lesson teaches

1Use a peer editing checklist to evaluate a classmate's writing
2Provide constructive written feedback on content, organization, and mechanics
3Distinguish areas that need work from areas that meet the standard

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