write

/ɹaɪt/verb
Early Childhood
1

To form letters, words or symbols on a surface in order to communicate.

2

To be the author of (a book, article, poem, etc.).

3

To compose and send written information (to).

4

To compose and send (written information or a written message, e.g. a letter) to.

5

To convey a fact to someone via writing.

6

To show (information, etc) in written form.

7

To be an author.

8

To record data mechanically or electronically.

9

To fill in, to complete using words.

10

To impress durably; to imprint; to engrave.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing