Writing is an important skill; one needed for academic success. It is the framework for communication to take place between two or more people who are not in the same place at the same time. It is crucial for record keeping and documenting history. Most jobs require the ability to write in some capacity. It is also usually to last domain to fully develop for an English learner. Colorín Colorado has a section on writing instruction for English learners. Granted it is written for typically developing children, it is also a valuable resource for dual eligible students,