I had the pleasure of meeting several Slicers, not just the ones I blogged about last Friday, when I was in Chicago for NCTE. I had breakfast with Bonnie (and Tuvia) and Sarah who slices with us every March. I ran into Elisa at a session. I also saw folks who Slice with us at… Continue reading SOLSC & Building Community
Category: NCTE
Stories are essential to our lives.
Yesterday afternoon I attended the Elementary Section Get-Together at the Chicago Hilton. The get-togethers are always fun to attend since they provide me with the opportunity to catch up with people like Karen Caine, Amy Ludwig VanDerwater, and Franki Sibberson who I only get to see in-person at NCTE. In addition, attending the get-together gives… Continue reading Stories are essential to our lives.
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NCTE is under way!
We're excited to be in Chicago for NCTE! Last night we had dinner with Patrick Allen, Mary Helen Gensch, and Troy Rushmore. This morning we're meeting up with some of the Slicers for breakfast. Tomorrow afternoon we'll be presenting with Patrick and Troy. After our presentation we'll head over to the Stenhouse Booth (#303) in… Continue reading NCTE is under way!
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NCTE/TWT Meet-up
Ruth and I would love to get together with those of you who will be in Chicago for NCTE on the morning of Friday, November 18th. If you're interested in meeting up for breakfast (say, around, 8:00 a.m.), then please leave a comment on this post or e-mail us. We'll be sure to send you… Continue reading NCTE/TWT Meet-up
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NCTE: A Little List
I. Am. So. EXCITED! I can't wait to present with Stacey, Patrick Allen, and Troy Rushmore. We are discussing the way our personal reading and writing lives influence our teaching. It'll be fast paced, useful, and fun. If you plan to attend, make sure to say hello. 🙂 I get to visit with people I… Continue reading NCTE: A Little List
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National Day on Writing
The Third Annual National Day on Writing is coming up on Thursday, October 20th, 2011. What will you do to celebrate the art of writing in your classroom next month?
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Voices Matter
It's been striking me recently how self-confidence and independence as a writer hinges on knowing your voice matters. When young writers know their words make a difference, then they are more confident, are willing to take risks, and are motivated to write. I also believe this is a difference in classrooms where students are encouraged… Continue reading Voices Matter
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Rethinking and Rewriting Princess Stories
My best friend and I are both expecting daughters in 2011. We're been friends since my freshman and her sophomore year of college. We've been in each other's weddings. We simply cannot wait to watch our daughters grow up together! Last Monday, when she called me to announce that her third child would be a… Continue reading Rethinking and Rewriting Princess Stories
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Finding Your Own Writing Process
This week I've been thinking about how the writers in our classrooms can find their own writing process. To help give weight to some of my ideas I've been rereading some of my notes from NCTE. Here are some of the snippets lingering in my brain: "Children can have the look of independence. We ought… Continue reading Finding Your Own Writing Process
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NCTE: A Very Brief Reflection
Hugged.Home.Unpacked.Can't wait to talk with Andy.But first, a very brief reflection of NCTE. I promise more will come. Still, in a word, this is what I'm taking away from NCTE 2010:JoyYes, joy. I am joyful for the privileged work I get to do each day. I'm joyful to write alongside students, allowing my love for weaving words… Continue reading NCTE: A Very Brief Reflection
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Our NCTE Presentation Is Tomorrrow.
Ruth and I will be presenting at at the NCTE Annual Convention tomorrow afternoon. Our presentation on reflective practice will begin at 12:30 p.m. in the Saybrook Room at the Disney Yacht and Beach Club. Since we'll be presenting in the early afternoon, feel free to bring lunch with you if you're attending. We always… Continue reading Our NCTE Presentation Is Tomorrrow.
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Fall Literacy Conferences
Ruth and I presented twice at the Keystone State Reading Association Conference this past Sunday and Monday. We met lots of great people at the conference and would like to thank the folks who attended and asked great questions at our sessions. Next month, we'll be presenting at two conferences: Literacy for All and the… Continue reading Fall Literacy Conferences
