* Prewriting is the brainstorming and planning stage of writing. It helps you gather ideas, organize your thoughts, and figure out what you want to say.
Here are some common prewriting activities:
* Brainstorming: Generating a list of ideas related to your topic.
* Freewriting: Writing non-stop for a set amount of time to get ideas flowing.
* Clustering/Webbing: Connecting ideas visually with a central topic.
* Outlining: Creating a structured plan for your writing.
* Asking Questions: Exploring your topic through inquiry.
The activity that is NOT part of prewriting is:
* Editing: Editing involves correcting grammar, punctuation, and style after you have written a draft. It happens *after* prewriting and drafting.
Let me know if you'd like more information about any of these prewriting techniques!