When my sister and I were kids, we played Super Mario Brothers on Nintendo. I witnessed her saving the princess at least three times during our summer video game marathons. I watched as she passed through all the levels seamlessly. She knew what was expected of her at each level that would prepare her for… Continue reading English Language Development Frames
Category: writing workshop
The Importance of Repertoire: Nurturing Independence From the Start
The truth in writing -- and in many aspects of life -- is that there isn’t really one way to do anything. The strongest writers understand their options and are flexible and intentional with their choices. That’s repertoire!
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Writing Because You Want To: Nurturing Independence From the Start
How do you encourage students to write at home without mandating they do so? Read on for some ideas! Please share your ideas in the comments and keep our conversation going.
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A Writer’s Mindset: Nurturing Independence from the Start
Does the mindset of our student writers impact their independence? How does OUR mindset impact their independence as writers?
After a lot of researching, reading, writing, and reflecting I'm sharing some insights and steps toward building a growth mindset in our classroom communities of writers. Join in the conversation!
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It’s Tuesday! Join the Slice of Life Community
It's Tuesday! Time to write, share and give!
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The Importance of Starting Practice with WHY: Nurturing Independence from the Start
How often do we ask ourselves about what leads our thinking on the teaching of writing? Is our purpose curriculum, or something much more significant? Why do we teach the way we do? And… How do we articulate why this, not that?
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Launching the Year by Connecting to the Known
Brows furrowed, I stared worriedly at the red marks on my rough draft. Shifting uncomfortably in the red leather chair, I brought my eyes upward to meet the gaze of the woman sitting across from me. There sat my favorite college professor, who also served as my senior advisor and evaluator of my final thesis… Continue reading Launching the Year by Connecting to the Known
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It’s SOL Tuesday!
We're happy you are joining the Slice of Life community today! Write. Share. Give. WRITE a slice of life story on your own blog.SHARE a link to your post in the comments section.GIVE comments to at least three other SOLS bloggers.
It’s SOL Tuesday!
We're happy you are joining the Slice of Life community today! Write. Share. Give. WRITE a slice of life story on your own blog.SHARE a link to your post in the comments section.GIVE comments to at least three other SOLS bloggers.
It’s Tuesday! Welcome to the Slice of Life Story Challenge!
Welcome to the Slice of Life community! We're happy you're here!
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But How do I Teach Writing?
Even with all we know. Even with resources, colleagues, and advice all around. The question still looms in our minds--But How Do I Teach Writing?
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Spark! Quick Writes to Kindle Hearts and Minds in Elementary Classrooms- Review & Giveaway
Be sure to leave a comment today for a chance to win Paula Bourque's must-read book, Spark! Quick Writes to Kindle Hearts and Minds in Elementary Classrooms. You are going to want this book!
