book review

Not Your Granny’s Grammar: Book Review

As a grammar nerd, I’ve been looking forward to reading Not Your Granny’s Grammar by Patty McGee and Tim Donohue ever since I heard about it when it was barely in draft form. And yes, the final product is worth the wait. Don’t forget to leave a comment about how you hope to use this book to be entered in a chance to win! Thank you, Corwin Press, for sponsoring this giveaway.

creativity · slice of life

It’s Tuesday: Join Us for a Slice of Life!

It's Tuesday! Time to write, share, give!

Belief Statements · key beliefs

The Rights of a Writer

A short belief statement inspired by Daniel Pennac.

goals

Start, Stop, Continue, Remember: A New-Year Exercise

At the start of the school year, I often get overwhelmed with ideas to implement in my teaching. This year, I’ve decided to apply a thinking exercise to my own goal-setting. I’m sharing my ideas here, and I’d love for you to consider doing the same alongside me.

creativity · slice of life

It’s Tuesday: Join Us for a Slice of Life!

It's Tuesday! Time to write, share, give!

early childhood · Reflective Practice

Wally’s Words of Wisdom: Reflective Practice

The beginning of a new school year is a great time to reflect on Vivian Gussin Paley's "Wally's Stories."

podcast

New Season, New Timeline: An Update on Our Podcast Return

Season Four of the Two Writing Teachers Podcast will be delayed. Read the full update to find out when new episodes will return and how to stay connected in the meantime.

AI · caregivers · curriculum

Staying Curious About Writing Instruction-A Shared Responsibility

Flipping through her daughters’ schoolwork, Jessica Carey mourned the loss of the full, messy writing notebooks she used to treasure. In this post, she shares why writing still matters and how we can each play a role in keeping it alive for kids.

creativity · slice of life

It’s Tuesday: Join Us for a Slice of Life!

It's Tuesday! Time to write, share, give!

executive function · foundational skills · research

From Memory to Mastery

Writing is a brain-based process that relies on practice, rest, and retrieval to move skills from effortful to automatic. When teachers use simple, consistent strategies, they help students free up brainpower for creativity and deeper expression.

back to school · community · picture book · Read Aloud

Community-Building Books for the New School Year

During the first six weeks of school, the foundation you lay for your writers can transform their entire journey. When every writer feels seen and valued, they gain confidence and joy. Explore three new picture books that inspire connection and collaboration. Comment for a chance to win them all!

creativity · slice of life

It’s Tuesday: Join Us for a Slice of Life!

It's Tuesday! Time to write, share, give!