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.

Activism in Writing: A Writing Roundtable – Two Writing Teachers Podcast

This episode features Doug Kaufman and Tracey-Ann Lafayette talking about student activism, voice, and writing as a tool for social change. They explore how students move from personal concerns to purposeful action through inquiry, research, and dialogue. Books mentioned in the podcastArticle by Doug KaufmanThanks to our affiliate, Zencastr! Use our special link (https://zen.ai/mqsr2kHXSP2YaA1nAh2EpHl-bWR9QNvFyAQlDC3CiEk) to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Send us Fan MailPlease 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.comEmail us at contact@twowritingteachers.org for affiliate or sponsorship opportunities.For more about teaching writing, head to the Two Writing Teachers blog.