writing workshop

The Importance of Audience

When we create space for our students to have authentic and meaningful experiences, we shift the learning and growing of the writer. Something extraordinary happens deep inside a writer that excites and illuminates purpose when publishing for an authentic audience.

flexible seating

Creating Comfortable Inviting Spaces For Our Readers And Writers

Creating a space that offers flexible seating options is a conscious act of kindness that students feel. We want our classrooms to invite children both physically and emotionally to dive into their important work as readers and writers.

slice of life

Ready. Set. Write! #SOL20

It's a new year and a new hashtag! #SOL20

Slice of Life Story Challenge

Seeking Prize Donations for the 2020 Slice of Life Challenge

The Slice of Life Story Challenge 2020 is right around the corner! Would you consider supporting the cause?

Slice of Life Story Challenge

Resolve to Join the Welcome Wagon!

Is one of your resolutions to find ways to help others? The Welcome Wagon might be for you! Read on to find out how you can join the 2020 March SOLSC Welcome Wagon!

assessment · conferring · feedback

A Few Reasons to Stop Writing on Student Work

Even if you were somebody who enjoyed your teachers' written comments or corrections on your papers, there are some solid reasons to consider not writing on your students' work.

olw · One Little Word (OLW)

One Little Word Roundup, 2020

We're pleased to share our OLW choices for 2020 and invite you to do the same!

Slice of Life Story Challenge

Write. Share. Give.

As one year ends, and a new one begins, it is the perfect time to share your story.

Slice of Life Story Challenge

Write. Share. Give.

It's always a good time to write, give and share! Read today's post to find an inspirational video from the late Amy Krouse Rosenthal, "7 Notes on Life."

writing workshop

Write. Share. Give.

It's a great day for a slice of life story! What stories must you share today?

One Little Word (OLW) · Slice of Life Story Challenge · SOLSC Classroom Challenge

TWT Winter Recess and Holiday Wishes

It is the time of year we are pausing at Two Writing Teachers and taking a short winter break. While we're looking forward to our blogging break, we have a lot in store for 2020!
Find out more in this post.

editing · grammar · partnerships · routines · spelling

Something Do-Able to Try: The Editing Minute

Most of us probably do it without even thinking much about it, but our young writers might not have developed this important habit.