- English Language Arts and Reading
- Grade 3
- Author's purpose and craft
discuss how the author's use of language contributes to voice; and
Provide students with a text written by Dr. Seuss and have students identify and discuss the distinctive language used in the text that contributes to voice.
This assessment example requires students to identify and discuss how the use of language in a Dr. Seuss book contributes to voice (the distinct personality of a writing). The writing of Dr. Seuss has a recognizable, distinct personality that is evident to readers. His signature style of writing using rhythm, rhyme, and the creation of his own words provides rich examples of writing that sounds unique, makes readers feel silly, and comes alive. All of these elements contribute to voice.