 The writing process The writing process includes these steps pre-write organize write proofread make changes rewrite and share First you pre-write Think of ideas to write about then write the ideas Next, organize Put the ideas in order The main idea goes first Supporting ideas go after the main idea Don't worry about mistakes Then write Use your ideas Write complete sentences The first time you write is called the first draft Next, proofread Read your writing Correct any mistakes you see Then make changes Correct your mistakes We call this editing And change your ideas We call this revising Your teacher will correct your first draft Then rewrite Look at the corrections Write the sentences again Make changes Last, share Make a nice copy of your writing It is usually typed if it is on paper You can also share an electronic copy Share your writing with others The end