The 19th Annual Slice of Life Story Challenge (SOLSC) will begin at Two Writing Teachers on March 1. Participants will write slice-of-life stories and comment on other writers’ submissions to foster a flourishing writing community. You may sign up for the challenge using the Google form embedded into this blog post.
Author: Stacey Shubitz
Stacey Shubitz is a K-6 literacy consultant and former elementary teacher. She is the author of CRAFT MOVES and other professional books on writing workshop. Her forthcoming book, MAKE THE SCHOOL SYSTEM WORK FOR YOUR CHILD WITH DISABILITIES (Guilford Press, 2026), empowers parents to navigate the special education system.
Finding Home and Building Voice: How Picture Books on Moving and Belonging Inspire Young Writers
Discover how picture books about moving, belonging, and new beginnings can help students find their voice as writers and build empathy in the classroom.
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It’s time for Slice of Life Tuesday!
This call for slice of life stories includes a quote from novelist Katherine Center that emphasizes the transformative power of stories related to healing and nourishment. As always, you're invited to share and connect through your personal stories.
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SOL Tuesday
It's that time of the week again! Please join us for Slice of Life Tuesday.
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Slice of Life Tuesday
It's that time of the week again! Please join us for SOL Tuesday.
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It’s Slice of Life Tuesday!
Join fellow Slicers at NCTE by filling out the form for a meetup in Denver. Even if you're not attending, share your slice of life story link by leaving a comment.
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It’s time for Slice of Life Tuesday!
Please join our writing community and share your slice of life story today!
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What Should Live on Your Classroom Walls?
Discover how purposeful, student-centered signage transforms learning environments and get practical tips for making every sign count.
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Join Us for Slice of Life Tuesday
Please join us today in sharing a slice of life story!
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New Season, New Timeline: An Update on Our Podcast Return
Season Four of the Two Writing Teachers Podcast will be delayed. Read the full update to find out when new episodes will return and how to stay connected in the meantime.
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Community-Building Books for the New School Year
During the first six weeks of school, the foundation you lay for your writers can transform their entire journey. When every writer feels seen and valued, they gain confidence and joy. Explore three new picture books that inspire connection and collaboration. Comment for a chance to win them all!
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Unboxing Fresh Routines for Immersion Days
Experience the impact of immersion days on student writing. By letting students deeply explore rich mentor texts before they write, teachers build confidence and help learners grasp the unique conventions of each genre. This approach not only prepares students for success across different writing tasks but also makes teaching easier by providing clear models to guide learning. Discover a simple, practical routine to transform the immersion days at the start of your writing units.
