The authors begin by explaining what the traits are and are not, and the many benefits of embracing the Trait Model.  From there, they show you how to align the traits with the writing process and weave them into a process-centered classroom.  You will find developmentally appropriate scoring guides with step-by-step instructions for using them.  For the whole class, you will find 18 trait-specific lesson plans that help students apply that trait to their own work, right from the start of the year.  For small groups and individual students, you will find 36 fun, teacher-tested activities, designed to extend ideas from the lesson plans and get students producing their best work possible.