Effective Proofreading Checklist & Standard Marks Guide for Grades 8-10 Toolbox

Urge adolescent writers in middle and high school to proofread their drafts before clicking send. The resource contains a student-friendly proofreading checklist, two proofreading exercises, and an anchor chart of standard proofreading marks. Note — this resource comes equipped with a printable and digital version (w/ PDF, Google Workspace, and Easel).

The Resource Comes Packaged with the Following Features:

• Teacher's Note for Using this Resource
• Proofreading Checklist
  • Student-Friendly Checklist
  • Includes a proofreading exercise for students
    • with answer key and standards chart
• Standard Proofreading Symbols Anchor Chart
  • Editing and proofreading symbols in the margin and in the text!
  • Includes explanation and examples of commonly used symbols
  • PLUS! A Student exercise to practice using proofreading symbols and an Easel Skills Assessment students can take on any device!

✌ I recommend using these resources in a Middle or High school English Language Arts classroom.

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