Writing in a Kindergarten Classroom

In my classroom there is a acquisition perspective to the writing process ( Freeman 2004). What this means is that students will produce writing as they are developing the skills needed to write. The teacher is constantly creating authentic conditions for students to express themselves through writing and classmates as well as the teach as helping students to correct their writing. The teacher gives mini-lessons on all areas of writing and help students to keep focused on the content of what they are writing, not just the form (Freeman 2004).
In my experience this style of teaching writing leads students to be creative with their writing and not limit their ideas because of their ability to write or spell a word. It also leads to a lot of sharing and group work which is very fun for young students. Kindergarteners, first graders as well as second graders are so eager to share their work with peers, parents or teachers.