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Responder’s Name: _______________________________ Date: ___________
Author’s Name: _________________________ Title: ___________________________

Other Participants: ___________________________________________________
Piece (circle one): Poem – Story – Essay – Memoir – Script Writing – Other: ________

  1. Write comments on the draft copy the author provided. Verbally explain your written comments. (If no draft copy is provided">

    Overview | Writer's Worksheet  | Word Copy | Writing Ideas | Return to Start Page

    Responder’s Name: _______________________________ Date: ___________
    Author’s Name: _________________________ Title: ___________________________

    Other Participants: ___________________________________________________
    Piece (circle one): Poem – Story – Essay – Memoir – Script Writing – Other: ________

    1. Write comments on the draft copy the author provided. Verbally explain your written comments. (If no draft copy is provided, write your comments below.









    2. After conferencing, list and explain the three most important comments/feelings that you gave or heard another give to the author. Begin with any of these phrases:
      "I noticed…" (recognize author’s use of a skill)
      "I wonder…" (express curiosity about meaning or expansion of details)
      "What if…" (suggest a change)












    1. This editor gave me specific feedback at least twice during the conference.
      Author’s signature: _____________________________________________