Creating a student-centered classroom prioritizes student work, individuality, and engagement over elaborate decorations. By embracing ample wall space for student creations, teachers can foster a sense of ownership, promote collaboration, and celebrate student achievements.
Author: Stacey Shubitz
I am a literacy consultant who focuses on writing workshop. I've been working with K-6 teachers and students since 2009. Prior to that, I was a fourth and fifth-grade teacher in New York City and Rhode Island.
I'm the author of Craft Moves (Stenhouse Publishers, 2016) and the co-author of Jump Into Writing (Zaner-Bloser, 2021), Welcome to Writing Workshop (Stenhouse Publishers, 2019), and Day By Day (Stenhouse, 2010).
I live in Central Pennsylvania with my husband and children. In my free time, I enjoy swimming, doing Pilates, cooking, baking, making ice cream, and reading novels.
Exploring the Impact of Smartphones on Childhood
Jonathan Haidt's book, THE ANXIOUS GENERATION, sheds light on the impact of smartphones on Gen Z. His research reveals concerning mental health trends linked to the rise of smartphones that educators, parents, and caregivers must examine to ensure a healthier childhood in the digital age.
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ICYMI: The 9th Annual #TWTBlog Author Spotlight Series
Here's a recap of this year's Author Spotlight Series.
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A Sneek Peek at the 9th Annual #TWTBlog Author Spotlight Series
Starting tomorrow, picture book, middle-grade, and professional-teaching authors will share their insights on writing, their processes, and the path to publishing in #TWTBlog's Author Spotlight Series. We want to hear your thoughts throughout the week, so there's a book giveaway for those who share comments on each author's post!
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Mentor Texts for Independent Writing Projects
Discover the transformative power of independent writing projects for students as they embark on their summer break. Explore a range of captivating mentor texts, from science and poetry to cooking and forgotten skills, that will inspire and engage young writers. Don't miss out on the chance to enter the book giveaway for a chance to win ALL EIGHT featured books.
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Day 7 of the March SOLSC #SOL24
Write. Share. Give.
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Day 6 of the March SOLSC #SOL24
Day 6 of the 31-day writing challenge: Leave your teaser and permalink for your slice of life story and then visit other Slicers' blogs. Let's dive in!
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Day 5 of the March SOLSC #SOL24
Write. Share. Give. And, while you’re add it, pick up some Slicer Swag! All proceeds from our Cafepress store are donated to the Pajama Program.
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Day 4 of the March SOLSC #SOL24
Onward into the first full week of the SOLSC!
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Day 3 of the March SOLSC #SOL24
Consider giving yourself a mini-commenting challenge this Sunday.
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Day 2 of the March SOLSC #SOL24
Day 2 of our 31-day writing challenge! Join us by writing your slice of life story, sharing the link in the comments, and commenting on at least three other Slicers' stories. Let's keep the momentum going!
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Day 1 of the March SOLSC #SOL24
WELCOME! This post is where you link up for the first day of the 17th Annual Slice of Life Story Challenge. Please read the entire post, especially the announcements, before you share the link to your slice-of-life story.
TWO WRITING TEACHERS 