Biweekly Recap #ICYMI

Did you miss a post from the Two Writing Teachers? Here’s a roundup of ideas, resources, and giveaways from the past two weeks!

Looking for an amazing new teaching resource? Melanie introduces us to How to Become a Better Writing Teacher, the latest from Carl Anderson and Matt Glover. (Bonus: There’s a giveaway!)

How to Become a Better Writing Teacher: Book Review and Giveaway

Stacey calls new and returning writers to sign up for the March Slice of Life Story Challenge (#SOL24). This post is packed with details about the challenge and the community it has built over the past 17 years.

Sign up for the 17th Annual Slice of Life Story Challenge #SOL24

Melanie’s writing toolkits are a treasure trove of resources. She opened up her toolkit for readers this week with tips and tools to create your own set of resources.

Toolkit Resources for Writing Instruction

Are you ready to look at student engagement through a more thoughtful and intentional lens? Jessica shared an example of her writing Engagement Inventory, inspired by Jennifer Serravallo, and unpacked how this tool has impacted her writing workshop.

Writing Engagement Inventory:Straight From The Classroom

Finally, make sure to check out two amazing “Tip for Tomorrow” episodes on the #TWTPod! Stacey discusses Reflection Shares and Melanie sets eductors up to navigate research about writing instruction.

Prepping for Conferences: A Tip for Tomorrow from Melanie – Two Writing Teachers Podcast

GIven that many teachers are getting ready for parent/caregiver conferences, Melanie suggests five ideas for making good writing conferences even better! GO DEEPER:Genre-based ProgressionsSummer Writing MotivationWays for Caregivers to Support WritersMaking the Most of ConferencesFinding Wider Audiences for Student WorkSend us a textPlease subscribe to our podcast and leave us ratings/reviews on your favorite listening platform.You may contact us directly if you want us to consult with your school district. Melanie Meehan: meehanmelanie@gmail.com Stacey Shubitz: stacey@staceyshubitz.com Email us at contact@twowritingteachers.org for affiliate or sponsorship opportunities.For more about teaching writing, head to the Two Writing Teachers blog.