Writing: Uses and Importance
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Writing is a very important and powerful tool used in everyday life. Writing is used to store information, make a permanent record, and for communication. It can be pictograph- or alphabet-based. Shows different ways to write and lists many specific uses of writing.
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Runtime: 15 minutes 24 seconds
- Topic: Language Arts
- Subtopic: Alphabet, Communication, Composition (Writing)
- Grade/Interest Level: 4 - 8
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- Release Year: 1996
- Producer/Distributor: United Learning, Inc.
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