Prewriting Activities:
* Brainstorming: Generating ideas freely, without judgment.
* Freewriting: Writing continuously for a set time, without stopping to edit.
* Clustering/Webbing: Visualizing connections between ideas.
* Outlining: Structuring your ideas logically.
* Questioning: Asking "who," "what," "where," "when," "why," and "how" to explore a topic.
* Reading and Research: Gathering information to support your ideas.
* Journaling: Reflecting on personal experiences or observations related to your topic.
Activities NOT Part of Prewriting:
* Drafting: Writing a full, polished version of your piece.
* Editing: Correcting grammar, punctuation, and style.
* Revising: Making substantial changes to content, organization, or style.
* Proofreading: Checking for final errors before submitting your work.
In essence, prewriting is about exploring your ideas and preparing to write. It's the foundation for the actual writing process.