... Middle D Middle E Middle FPercent Increase 6. 20% 2 .60 % 8.80% -2.40% 16. 00% 11.20% Each sample was also analyzed for mechanics, which included spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and ... and 6+ 1 Traits of Writing improved the transfer of skills into students’ writing (James, et al., 2001). As I implemented lessons and activities, and shared suggested literature from the 6+ 1 ... Participants During the year this study was conducted, I taught English to 61 fourth grade students. Eighteen of those fourth graders were the target participants in this study. These students were...