Target with the title of this post: If you believe it, they can do it. Practical strategies for raising the level of student writing. If You Believe It, They Can Do It: Practical Strategies to Raise the Level of Student Writing
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If You Believe It, They Can Do It: Practical Strategies to Raise the Level of Student Writing

Sarah Valter1 Comment

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.

Day 12 of the March SOLSC #SOL25
Slice of Life Story Challenge

Day 12 of the March SOLSC #SOL25

Betsy Hubbard107 Comments

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

Day 11 of the March SOLSC #SOL25
Slice of Life Story Challenge

Day 11 of the March SOLSC #SOL25

Betsy Hubbard111 Comments

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

Balloons with the title: National Poetry Month A Holiday Preview: National Poetry Month
poetry · Ready-to-Go Tip · writing workshop

A Holiday Preview: National Poetry Month

Lainie Levin5 Comments

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.

Day 10 of the March SOLSC #SOL25
Slice of Life Story Challenge

Day 10 of the March SOLSC #SOL25

Betsy Hubbard112 Comments

Write. Share. Give. You made it to day ten!

Orange slice with the words Classroom Slice of Life and the TWT URL Day 9 of the March SOLSC #SOL25: Classroom Challenge Sunday!
Slice of Life Story Challenge

Day 9 of the March SOLSC #SOL25: Classroom Challenge Sunday!

Leah Thomas118 Comments

Welcome to Day 9 of the March Challenge. Today is also our first Classroom Challenge Sunday! Share some comment love with young writers today.

Day 8 of the March SOLSC #SOL25
Slice of Life Story Challenge

Day 8 of the March SOLSC #SOL25

Betsy Hubbard106 Comments

Write. Share. Give. You've made it through the first week! Congratulations.

Engagement Continuum: Trending Topic
engagement · student engagement · Trending Topic

Engagement Continuum: Trending Topic

Shawnda Fukano6 Comments

Student engagement is a critical foundation to student learning. The Continuum of Student Engagement helps teachers and students identify and improve engagement and, ultimately, learning.

Day 7 of the March SOLSC #SOL25
Slice of Life Story Challenge

Day 7 of the March SOLSC #SOL25

Betsy Hubbard106 Comments

Welcome, my slicing friends! It's our first Multi-Lingual Friday of March! #multifri

Orange slice with the text Slice of Life on it Day 6 of the March SOLSC #SOL25
Slice of Life Story Challenge

Day 6 of the March SOLSC #SOL25

Sarah Valter118 Comments

Write. Share. Give. It's Day 6 of the March Slice of Life Story Challenge!

The Power Of Anchor Charts
charts · engagement · independence · routines

The Power Of Anchor Charts

Jessica Carey3 Comments

Have your anchor charts become wallpaper? When used intentionally, anchor charts can be powerful tools that guide learning, foster independence, and support assessment.

Orange slice with the text Slice of Life on it Day 5 of the March SOLSC #SOL25
Slice of Life Story Challenge

Day 5 of the March SOLSC #SOL25

Sarah Valter114 Comments

Write. Share. Give. It's Day 5 of the March Slice of Life Story Challenge!