Not every kid is born with a positive attitude towards writing. Here are six low-stress ways to develop a writer at home (some of which don't even include putting a pen to paper)!
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.
A Writing Greenbelt + a Giveaway
I've known Joy Write, Ralph Fletcher's latest book that debuts today, was coming for awhile since he interviewed me about the Classroom Slice of Life Story Challenge, which he writes about in one of the book's chapters. But when I had the opportunity to read his new book in its entirety, I was amazed by the possibilities I saw Ralph present to transform young writers' attitudes towards writing through low-stakes writing.
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DAY 31 OF THE MARCH SOLSC! #SOL17
I'm humbled and amazed by the enthusiasm of the writers who take on this challenge each year. Please watch the video, which includes words of thanks for everyone who makes the Slice of Life Story Challenge a community of connected writers.
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Know When to Step Away
Even when we know what's best, sometimes the most helpful thing we can do for a child is to let them figure out a problem on their own.
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DAY 5 OF THE MARCH SOLSC! #SOL17
Today is the final day to sign-up for our month-long writing challenge. Details about starting late are contained at the top of this post. For everyone else who is back today, please link up by leaving a comment at the bottom of this post. All slicers: Please watch the two-minute video for some important announcements before you link-up today.
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DAY 4 OF THE MARCH SOLSC #SOL17
The weekend is here! If you have been on the fence about joining this year's SOLSC, then please jump in TODAY. (And if you have been blogging for the past few days, then c'mon in today to write, give, & share.)
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DAY 3 OF THE MARCH SOLSC #SOL17
Hooray! We're on the third day of our month-long writing challenge. Please watch the two-minute video for some important announcements before you link-up today.
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DAY 2 OF THE MARCH SOLSC #SOL17
Today is the second day of our month-long writing challenge. Please make sure to review today's announcements before you leave a comment with the link to your slice of life story.
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DAY 1 OF THE MARCH SOLSC! #SOL17
Welcome to the 10th Annual Slice of Life Story Challenge! This is where you share a link to your individual (not classroom) slice of life story. Please remember to give at least three other Slicers some comment love during the day today.
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One more day until the March SOLSC begins!
Write, share, and give today for SOL Tuesday.
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Write Your Own Teaching Points
Need help writing strategies that are explicit and kid-friendly? Check out this excerpt from DIY Literacy.
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ICYMI: Get Started with Our Month-Long Writing Challenge
The TWT co-author team has posted a lot to help you get ready for both the individual and classroom challenges over the past two months. However, it's possible you may have missed one of our posts. Or, perhaps, you have a friend or colleague who is on the fence about joining us. Whatever the case, here's a round-up of our posts that will point you in the right direction so you're ready to join the SOLSC this Wednesday!
