Slice of Life Story Challenge · writing workshop

Day 19 of the March SOLSC #SOL25

It's Day 19 of the March Slice of Life Story Challenge. I've enjoyed hosting these past few days. Thanks to all of you who are still going strong!

Slice of Life Story Challenge · writing workshop

Day 18 of the March SOLSC #SOL25

It's Day 18 of the March Slice of Life Story Challenge. We're on a roll!

conventions · grammar · Ready-to-Go Tip · word choice

Supporting Tone and Mood: Ready-to-Go-Tip

During this long stretch of school, sometimes you need a quick idea to add to your unit or switch things up. This is a grab and go!

Slice of Life Story Challenge · writing workshop

Day 17 of the March SOLSC #SOL25

It's Day 17 of the Slice of Life Challenge, and aren't we lucky to spend this time together? We're over halfway through March, and we're going strong!

writing workshop

Welcome to Day 16! #SOLSC2025

Welcome to Day 16 of the March Challenge. Please leave a link to your slice in the comments below!

Slice of Life Story Challenge · writing workshop

Day 15 of the March SOLSC #SOL25

Today is Day 15 of the March Slice of Life Challenge, and I'm enjoying my time as host. Let's keep writing!

Slice of Life Story Challenge · writing workshop

Day 14 of the March SOLSC #SOL25

Today is Day 14 of the March Slice of Life Challenge! I'm excited to step into my role as host for a few days. Happy writing!

Slice of Life Story Challenge

Day 13 of the March SOLSC #SOL25

Another day of writing and sharing. You're doing great!

reflections

If You Believe It, They Can Do It: Practical Strategies to Raise the Level of Student Writing

When teachers believe that students can do something well–in particular, writing–kids are much more likely to succeed at the skill or task. Today's post dives into the how and the why behind this phenomenon.

Slice of Life Story Challenge

Day 12 of the March SOLSC #SOL25

Remember to engage with other slicers. Get ideas and connect through commenting!

Slice of Life Story Challenge

Day 11 of the March SOLSC #SOL25

What slices are you connecting with most? Write. Share. Give.

poetry · Ready-to-Go Tip · writing workshop

A Holiday Preview: National Poetry Month

The March Slice of Life Challenge is exciting enough, but it’s even more exciting when I know Poetry Month will follow. I’m already thinking ahead to the many ways I’ll be enjoying April with my students and school community, and today I’ll share some of my ideas with you as well.