blogging · challenges · COVID-19 · SOLSC Classroom Challenge

Emphasizing Writer’s Craft in the Classroom SOLSC

Can digital badges that focus on writer's craft inspire students to try new techniques in their writing? Read more to see how I created new badges for the Classroom SOLSC that emphasize writer's craft.

COVID-19 · feedback

Hanging On To What Matters: Feedback

During this time, an important question nagging at me has been, "What elements of good teaching will be possible to hang onto in our current, stay-at-home situation?" One element might be effective feedback. Today I share a few ideas to consider as we all navigate this uncertain time in our world . . .

COVID-19

Doing vs. Being: A Mindshift for Quarantine and Beyond

Swamped in a never-ending to-do list during remote teaching and learning? A shift in the mind can make a big difference.

Slice of Life Story Challenge

Day 31 of the March SOLSC! #SOL20

Lots to check out in this post! A video message from #TWTBlog, inspiration from a fellow slicer, and info on prizes.

COVID-19 · poetry · writing workshop

Teaching from Home: A Poetry Lesson

This is an invitation to write a poem with me today! You might also find this post helpful to you as a teacher and wish to share it with your students.

Slice of Life Story Challenge

Day 30 of the March SOLSC! #SOL20

Whether it's your 3rd day of writing this month, or 30th, celebrate your slicing milestone and keep writing!

SOLSC Classroom Challenge

April 2020 Classroom SOLSC: Getting Started!

The April 2020 Classroom SOLSC starts this week on Wednesday, April 1! We look forward to celebrating stories and encouraging students to keep writing. Please share your ideas and resources in the comments!

Slice of Life Story Challenge

Day 29 of the March SOLSC! #SOL20

Only three more days to write for the SOLSC. We hope you will join us!

Slice of Life Story Challenge

Day 28 of the March SOLSC! #SOL20

It's the final stretch! We hope you'll join us on the 28th day of the SOLSC.

Slice of Life Story Challenge

Day 27 of the March SOLSC! #SOL20

It's the 27th day of the SOLSC, please join us!

Slice of Life Story Challenge · SOLSC Classroom Challenge

The Classroom Slice of Life Story Challenge at Home: Advice for Families

Usually, readers of Two Writing Teachers are teachers and literacy coaches. However, this post is as much for families at home with kids as it is for teachers.

Slice of Life Story Challenge

DAY 26 OF THE MARCH SOLSC! #SOL20

It's the twenty-sixth day of our 31-day writing challenge. So glad you're still here! Write your slice of life story, share the link to it in the comments section, and give comments to at least three other Slicers.