ICYMI: Nurturing Independence From the Start
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A Writer’s Mindset: Nurturing Independence from the Start
Does the mindset of our student writers impact their independence? How does OUR mindset impact their independence as writers?
After a lot of researching, reading, writing, and reflecting I’m sharing some insights and steps toward building a growth mindset in our classroom communities of writers. Join in the conversation!
But How do I Teach Writing?
Even with all we know. Even with resources, colleagues, and advice all around. The question still looms in our minds–But How Do I Teach Writing?
Preschool Down the Hall: An End of Year Cure
Sometimes we are learning more than we are teaching, and that makes us better teachers.
Ten Possible Minutes: Sacred Writing
Every year brings with it new surprises. I was delightfully surprised by just ten minutes this year. Ten minutes made a big difference.
Strategies for Reading a Professional Text: Strengthening Professional Learning Blog Series
If you’re like me, your to-be-read pile feels big and impossible! Let me share with you how I tackle my professional learning before, during, and after I’ve read a professional text.
SOLSC 2019 Prize Winners Revealed!
If you were fueled by the 12th Annual SOLSC this month your day might get a little sweeter! Prize winners are revealed today and were all donated by generous authors, publishers, and individuals.
Disguising Engagement
True engagement is hard to miss. However, there are several look-a-likes out there. Some are called compliance and participation.
Who Inspires You? A Challenge for First-Time Slicers
This weekend, we have a special challenge for first-year slicers! We are beyond grateful to NCTE for a generous and swag-a-riffic prize for two lucky winners!
Staying on the Rails: Structuring Fictional Stories
How do you broaden creativity while fostering story structure?
DAY 11 OF THE MARCH SOLSC! #SOL19
Do you find yourself seeing stories around every corner?
DAY 10 OF THE MARCH SOLSC! #SOL19
Remember, today all slicers get 23 hours to slice due to Daylight Savings Time.
DAY 9 OF THE MARCH SOLSC! #SOL19
Time zones and time changes! It can all get pretty confusing. Take a look at the announcement section on today’s post to get clarity.
DAY 8 OF THE MARCH SOLSC! #SOL19
Comments are a slicers treat! Visit some new-to-you slicers today.
DAY 7 OF THE MARCH SOLSC! #SOL19
Seven days into a daily writing habit. Congratulations!
Teaching Writers to Reflect + Giveaway
For the past two weeks, I’ve been immersing myself in some reflection. This book, TEACHING WRITERS TO REFLECT, has been an excellent tool as I pass along reflective practices to my students.
ICYMI: Teaching Writing with a Social Justice Lens
We hope you enjoyed our February Blog Series!
Mentor Texts to Increase Empathy: Teaching Writing with a Social Justice Lens
Today I continue our conversation with mentor texts when teaching writing through a social justice lens. Empathy is the first step toward building understandings beyond ourselves. It takes imagination and compassion.
Write. Share. Give.
January is almost over but it’s not too late to start a writing habit! Join us today for #SOL19.
It’s SOL Tuesday!
Share your Slice of Life story here!