Happy New Year to you, our Two Writing Teachers community. Beginning today, we co-authors will share our One Little Words for 2017. Somehow I ended up at the front of the line. "Breathe," I said to myself last month, when I realized I would be the first to post. This is my fourth time choosing a… Continue reading Lisa’s OLW for 2017
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One Little Word Check-In
Have you checked in on your OLW?
Betsy’s One Little Word of 2016
All week the TWT team has been sharing our One Little Word for 2016! If you missed any be sure to take a look at the inspirational words for the new year.
Stacey’s One Little Word of 2016
Expressing thanks for the big things, and seemingly insignificant things, can lead to happiness.
Kathleen’s One Little Word of 2016
My fourth grade self's advice, my grandmother's influence, participating in the Literacy Leaders' Forum, and even a Facebook quiz and a fortune cookie have all pointed me in the direction of my One Little Word for 2016...HAPPY.
Revisiting the OLW
Time to reflect on your OLW and to start thinking of the new year!
A Parent’s Guide To Writing Workshop
Back to School Night is around the corner! When it comes to writing workshop, what do we need families to know?
OLW 2015 Check-In
How is your OLW serving you?
Because Of a Word
Kids in grades 3rd - 6th choose One Little Word
Betsy’s One Little Word of 2015
I thought a lot about my word for 2015. Anyone who is choosing a word to define their year typically does put some weight on the idea. It can mean as much as you want it to mean. If you are committed, you care what you choose. I wasn't always committed to my olw's in… Continue reading Betsy’s One Little Word of 2015
Stacey’s One Little Word for 2015
Sometimes I'm tempted to say, "I can't..." or "I haven't..." This year, I'm going to add one little word to those statements to keep myself on-track with a very important long-term goal I have.
Beth’s One Little Word for 2015
This morning, as usual, we were running a little behind schedule. "Lily, put on your coat," I said to my daughter, who is five, as I zipped up my son, Jackson's, snowsuit. Lily rolled lazily on the floor, with her coat over her face. A minute later. "Lily, please put on your coat," I said again,… Continue reading Beth’s One Little Word for 2015