At second-level students are expected to read and write across various genres and disciplines. Skilled writers use different strategies to help them navigate the writing process - planning, drafting, revising and editing. This resource presents activities for developing students' writing skills as well as ways to expand students’ use of vibrant or ‘wow’ words. There is also a powerpoint (Microsoft) presentation available from the NBSS on proofreading and editing which can be used in conjunction with this resource. Contact the NBSS for information on this resources. Read how one teacher used this resource with students in the Academic Literacy, Learning and Study Skills section of the website.