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Author: Dana Murphy
Biographies: Creating Connections
Writers of biographies must draw their readers into the story.
ICYMI: Work Smarter, Not Harder Blog Series Recap
In case you missed it, a recap of our Work Smarter, Not Harder Blog Series.
Work Smarter: Commenting on Student Writing
Seven tips to streamline the process of commenting on student writing.
What’s Your Writing Tic?
Read about writers' tics, and share your own.
More on Student Self-Assessment
What factor has the most notable effect on student achievement?
What Do You Know About Being a Writer?
Listen to these kindergarten students respond to the question, "What do you know about being a writer?"
Written Conversations
Another strategy for writing about reading: Written Conversations
A Sneak Peek
Here is a Sneak Peek at our NCTE Presentation.
Wild Things! Review and a Giveaway
I enjoyed this book as a fan of children's literature, but it is also a valuable resource to teachers of literacy.
The Perfect Word
Have you ever been in the midst of your writing and you have to stop in order to find the perfect word?
More Ways to Write About Reading
I remember now why it is important to keep a reader's notebook.

