Qualities of Good Writing Doodles0002 Originally uploaded by teachergal As a teacher of writing, what do these doodles say to you about the qualities of good writing? Please leave a comment and LMK what you think. THANKS, in advance, for your feedback!
Category: writing
Gearing-Up for Writing Circle
We had a classroom situation we had to take care of last Tuesday at lunchtime. Therefore, my weekly Writing Circle didn't meet. (I was happy they were disappointed since I felt disappointed too.) Hence, I'm leaving each student a reminder notice about Tuesday's upcoming Writing Circle tomorrow. I'm hoping we have a lot to celebrate… Continue reading Gearing-Up for Writing Circle
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The League
Know a high school senior who has been accepted to college and loves to write? If so, check out this link about scholarships. Essentially, kids reflect on their civic experiences, in one of three genres, and then submit their writing for consideration. Do check it out!
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Writing Across the Curriculum
I got pointed to the Michigan Dept. of Education's Website by Deb earlier this week. While I was there I found an interesting document about Writing Across the Curriculum in Language Arts. If this is something you're interested in trying to implement, or are looking for more ideas about how to make writing a priority… Continue reading Writing Across the Curriculum
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National Day on Writing
NCTE's National Day on Writing is scheduled for October 20th, 2009. Lots of advance notice... I like that! Here's an overview of what you can do to get ready now (taken directly from their site): Writing is a daily practice for millions of Americans. But few notice how integral writing has become to daily life… Continue reading National Day on Writing
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Exchanging “Kind Words for My Classmates”
I had a remarkable day with my students yesterday on so many levels. However, the "Kind Words" Exchange was incredible. I recorded some of their reactions to the Exchange. (Can't read what the writing on the text? Just click on the image to see it in its largest form.) What I didn't couldn't here are… Continue reading Exchanging “Kind Words for My Classmates”
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Action Research Questions Reviewed
I reviewed all of the answers my focal children gave me to the questions I asked regarding their writing process. I entered it into a spreadsheet. I'm sharing it in this forum for several reasons: 1. I want to make sure I'm fulfilling the mission statement Ruth and I created. To reflect on our teaching… Continue reading Action Research Questions Reviewed
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Writing Lessons at ReadWriteThink.org
After reading through "Using Web 2.0 in the Classroom" in the most recent issue of Reading Today, I went online to ReadWriteThink.org to read through a lesson entitled "Weekly Writer's Blogs." It was too advanced (i.e., grades 9-12) for my students, but I realized it might not be too old for Ruth's. I decided to… Continue reading Writing Lessons at ReadWriteThink.org
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Using Precise Language When Writing About Reading or When Writing in One’s Notebook
I conferred with one of my students during Reading Workshop today about the writing she was doing about her reading. I noticed the words "things" and "stuff" appearing. I showed her the poem I wrote earlier today in order to encourage her to use words like "things" and "stuff" only when it's clear what those… Continue reading Using Precise Language When Writing About Reading or When Writing in One’s Notebook
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Holiday Gifts
I was listening to the John Tesh Radio Show as I drove to Ceramics Class last night. A segment entitled "What Are Kids Asking Santa for This Year?" came on as I was driving. Tesh reported that more and more kids are asking Santa for the necessities (and even for their parents' jobs back) this… Continue reading Holiday Gifts
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Writing About Tragedy
The recent terrorist attacks in Mumbai reminded me of how fragile life is. Stories of everyday people who were visiting and working in Mumbai, such as the Brooklyn couple who were held hostage and later killed, affected me in a way I didn't think I was ready to write about. Tragic events are exceedingly difficult… Continue reading Writing About Tragedy
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Weekly Challenges
Some writers live a solitary life. Many write in isolation and put their work out into the world only when they feel it's, well, perfect. As a reader of the Two Writing Teachers Blog, I have a feeling you are aware that Ruth and I have been trying to ensure that teachers of writing do… Continue reading Weekly Challenges
