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Scaffold and Gamify Test Prep with AI

Test prep doesn’t have to feel repetitive or overwhelming—learn how to scaffold and gamify writing test prep with AI tools. These simple, classroom-ready strategies help students analyze responses, break down prompts, and build stronger test-taking writing skills in fun, interactive ways.

digital tools · digital writing · feedback · games · strategies

We Will Write: Celebrations, Cautions, and Considerations

Whether you're hearing of We Will Write for the first time or you're a seasoned user, today's post will spark some new ideas for using this tool to engage writers and level up your writing instruction.

checklists · choice · games · partnerships · teaching tools · toolkits

Play Up Partner Time! 3 Quick Games That Yield Joy, Ownership, & Success

Finding small ways to infuse a playful spirit into writing workshop keeps me (and students) feeling excited about each day’s experience. When we tinker with new ways of approaching workshop learning routines, everyone wins! Today’s tips are focused on simple ways to play up partner time. 

back to school · games · writer's notebook

Word Games in the Workshop

Creative play with words can spur ideas writers didn't know they had tucked away!