Sometimes it's the feedback our students -- rather than our administrators -- give us that help us become better teachers.
Category: end of year reflection
Thinking about Process versus Product: Looking Back and Moving Forward
As we approach the end of the year, it’s a great time to think about and ask children to think about the growth they’ve made since the first day of school. In the rush, it’s easy to forget about the importance of slowing down and taking the time to reflect, and yet, reflection is a cornerstone of learning.
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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.
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Asking Students What Worked
Sometimes we learn a lot by asking students what makes the difference in their lives as learners.
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Year-End Sharing, Reflecting and Celebrating
We cannot underestimate the value of year-end sharing, celebrating and reflecting opportunities for young writers.
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If Your School Year Were a Book: Endings
As the end of this particular school year draws near, you might think about the qualities of your favorite stories to help you plan an ending that is meaningful for your students.
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The End of Year Poem: Crafting that “last message”
So, we are all winding down the school year these days. The end of year projects, festivities, packing up, and cleaning out plans are in full swing in my classroom at the moment...and my thoughts are beginning to turn to that last rite of the school year: the goodbye message...
