Author Spotlight Series

ICYMI: The 4th Annual #TWTBlog Author Spotlight Series

Last week, nine authors and illustrators stopped by to share their expertise with us. In case you missed it, this post includes links to each of their posts, which include giveaways of their books, virtual author visits, and more!

Author Spotlight Series · giveaway

Announcing the 4th Annual #TWTBlog Author Spotlight Series

For the next eight days, published picture book, middle-grade, and professional book authors will take over #TWTBlog to share their thoughts on writing, their writing processes, and the path to publishing with you. Oh, and there will be giveaways!

professional books · reluctant writers

Learn How to Entice the Hard-to-Reach Writers in Your Classroom

I found myself annotating Enticing Hard-to-Reach Writers as I read in an effort to hold on to all of Ruth’s wisdom about reaching students who are hiding – physically or emotionally – in our classrooms. As a result, I asked Ruth to answer a bunch of my burning questions about her book, which you need to put on your summer reading list!

end of year reflection · letter writing · Looking Back and Moving Forward Blog Series · reflections · Reflective Practice

End-of-Year Letters: Looking Back and Moving Forward

Sometimes it's the feedback our students -- rather than our administrators -- give us that help us become better teachers.

end of year reflection · Looking Back and Moving Forward Blog Series · Reflective Practice

Preview: Looking Back and Moving Forward Blog Series

Here's a preview about our upcoming blog series that will help you close-out your writing workshop in meaningful ways.

blogging · primary grades

Introducing a New Co-Author

There’s a new primary voice on our co-author team!

blogging · vacation

TWT Spring Blogging Break

Our co-author team is taking a blogging break this week. In the meantime, you may access our archives by doing a keyword or category search.

community · giveaway · interview · management · responsive classroom · writing workshop

Reinvigorate Your Classroom by Putting Kids First: An Interview with Christine Hertz and Kristi Mraz

Learn how Hertz and Mraz's newest book, Kids 1st from Day 1, can impact your writing workshop.

classroom environment · environment · flexible seating · writing workshop

Flexible Seating Options

Not everyone works the same way. As educators, it’s up to us to find what works best for every kid so we’re meeting their needs.

Slice of Life Story Challenge

A Note About Time

If you’re participating in the SOLSC, then please read this important time-related announcement.

Slice of Life Story Challenge

DAY 9 OF THE MARCH SOLSC! #SOL18

Please check today's announcements and "be inspired" before you leave the permalink to your slice of life story.

Slice of Life Story Challenge

DAY 8 OF THE MARCH SOLSC! #SOL18

Please check today's announcements and "be inspired" before you leave the permalink to your slice of life story.