Struggle is not an obstacle, it's the work! When we give students time, space, and the right kind of support, they learn to move through challenges instead of around them.
Author: Betsy Hubbard
Daughter, sister, mother, teacher, and writer.
When Writing Progress is a Concern: Talking With Parents
When a child struggles with writing, parents often worry about what it means. Thoughtful conversations grounded in empathy, observation, and an understanding of writing development can turn those worries into productive partnerships.
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Teaching Self-Advocacy Writing Through Multiple Literacies
Move writing from a school task to a meaningful way for students to participate in the world. A starting guide of minilessons is included for multiple literacies, ideal for grades 3-8.
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Tuesday Slice of Life
Your final slice of #SOL25!
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Tuesday Slice of Life
It's Tuesday! Come slice with us today.
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Tuesday Slice of Life
Welcome to Tuesday's Slice of Life!
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Where’s The Evidence: What to do When Writers Don’t Know
How can we prepare for the complexity of writing instruction and the roadblocks for students? We can create question sequences that help us prepare for the side-by-side conversations as writers develop and create.
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Tuesday Slice of Life
Join us today for a Tuesday slice! #SOL25
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Tuesday Slice of Life
It's #GivingTuesday! Join us in the generosity of shared stories.
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Morphology in Minutes: Ready-to-Go Tip
Morphology doesn’t require lengthy lessons. A few intentional minutes can transform how students see and use words. These easy, ready-to-use ideas and linked activites will help you bring morphology to life in any classroom K-8.
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Hands in the Air: How Gestures Support Writing Instruction
Gesturing serves as a powerful tool connecting brain and body, while reducing the cognitive load during the writing process.
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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.
