Letting go can be hard. Here are some thoughts on how to engage and disengage from the writer during the process of building independence.
Author: Betsy Hubbard
Words Come Alive
How do you make words come alive? In third grade we talked about description and details making our words visible to the reader.
It’s SOL Time
“Start writing, no matter what. The water does not flow until the faucet is turned on.” ― Louis L'Amour
A Special Visitor
No need to adjust your glasses, that's Barry Lane and he spread his message throughout my school this week.
Write, Share, Give: It’s SOL Time
Share a story from your well.
It’s SOL Time!
What's going on in your world today? Share your story here today at TWT!
How to Write a Poem: An Exercise
"Fill your paper with the breathings of your heart.” ―William Wordsworth
Collaborative Poetry
Who knew Facebook could be a place to generate poetry. Yes, it's true!
Write, Share, Give: SOL Time
Yesterday was the last day of the March SOLSC but it doesn't have to end there! Come join us today for Tuesday SOL.
Be Your Higher Self
Are you being your higher self? It's not always easy. Barry Lane and Colleen Mestdagh gave me a lesson in teaching this idea to my students through song, writing and conversation.
Writing in Preschool: Questions and Answers
Before this series of posts on preschool writers began, I asked you to tell me what burning questions you had. Get ready for a Q&A!
Writing in Preschool: Scope and Sequence
Writing is a big animal. A subjective animal as well when it comes to teaching our youngest writers.

