Revising and Editing

The writing process is a key component for success in English Language Arts, grades 10-12, so it's important that we help you to create good habits for writing now. Revising and editing happens at many stages within the writing process, and that revision needs to happen in order to excel. In this step of the writing process, your rough draft, you will apply the feedback given on your planning and compose a rough draft of your critical response.

The Assignment


Step 1: If you emailed your novel critical essay planning form to your lead teacher, review the feedback provided. If you have any questions about the feedback or how to incorporate it, please ask your teacher before continuing.


Step 2: Following your plan, and making adjustments based on feedback, write the rough draft of your critical essay.


Step 3: If you would like feedback on your rough draft, please email your work to me directly. You can also ask a family member or friend to provide you with some feedback on your draft.



  1. View the student exemplar with feedback.
  2. Transitions are words and phrases that help your writing flow smoothly. View a copy of the “Transitions”.
Citing Sources/Bibliographies