Sometimes when I write in this forum it is about topics I have thought through and know exactly where I stand and what I think. Other times I write here in order to figure out what I think. These are the thoughts which make me most nervous to post. However, if I never post my… Continue reading Individualize Writing Process + Standardized Tests
Category: Reflective Practice
The Life Lessons We Teach
On Sunday, June 13th my husband and I attended a retirement celebration at Norwalk High School for Jeff Smith, who is retiring after 34 years as a music educator. My husband played saxaphone with the Norwalk Marching Bears throughout high school. He spent countless hours practicing for local football games and for special events, such… Continue reading The Life Lessons We Teach
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Gratitudes.
It's been a long time since I've made a list of gratitudes. Isn't it interesting how embedded in the word gratitude, is almost the word attitude? I've found if I make a list of things I'm most thankful for my attitude always improves. So today I'm thankful for: A job that allows me to make a difference… Continue reading Gratitudes.
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Year-End Student Reflection
An integral part of being a writer is taking time for reflective practice. The end of the school year is one time to ask students to reflect on their lives as writers. Take some time to consider which aspects of their writing lives you would like students to consider. Here is a PDF of a… Continue reading Year-End Student Reflection
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Influence
Today I'm reminded how little things add up to make a big difference in our lives. Recently we learned my daughter has many issues with her teeth. What started as a tooth ache has revealed cavities needing filled, an infected tooth needing pulled, and a rotten adult molar needing a crown. If you are a regular… Continue reading Influence
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A Quick Reflection.
Stacey and I are big on reflective practice. (It's one of the main reasons for our blog.) To encourage you to do a little on your own, there's a little poll below. Won't you vote? If you want to take it one more step, then leave a comment telling why you voted the way you… Continue reading A Quick Reflection.
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Big Picture Series: Conferring
“Teach the writer, not the writing.” – Lucy Calkins Do you ever feel exasperated by all of the errors you see in your students’ writing? The conference begins and before you know it you’ve given lots of useful advice on how to fix the writing. You look over and notice your student is completely… Continue reading Big Picture Series: Conferring
