I was often the shortest person in my class. I also cried a lot. Like... a lot. I also seemed to always have a terrible ear-ache, or a bad cough, and headaches... you name it. I was exceptionally clumsy. And forgetful. Basically, I was a weakling.
Kathleen’s OLW for 2018
In 2018, I want to grow. I want to learn. I want to DO more and DO better. My One Little Word (OLW) for 2018 is DO.
Stacey’s OLW for 2018
[Humanity] has unquestionably one really effective weapon—laughter. Power, money, persuasion, supplication, persecution—these can lift at a colossal humbug—push it a little—weaken it a little, century by century, but only laughter can blow it to rags and atoms at a blast. Against the assault of laughter nothing can stand. — Mark Twain
Slice of Life Tuesday #SOL18
Happy New Year! Today we roll out our new hashtag for this year: #SOL18. We are so glad you are here today to share your post, then read and comment on other posts too!
Melanie’s OLW for 2018
Happy Holidays from all of us at Two Writing Teachers! Have you chosen your One Little Word (OLW) for 2018 yet? Many of us in the Two Writing Teachers community and beyond have discovered how One Little Word can serve as a beacon, anchor or source of intention when life gets rocking and rolling. Instead… Continue reading Melanie’s OLW for 2018
Slice of Life
Welcome to the last opportunity for slicing of 2017! Thanks to all of you who contibute to the vitality and spirit of this writing community! WRITE a slice of life story on your own blog. SHARE a link to your post in the comments section. GIVE comments to at least three other SOLS bloggers.
Slice of Life Tuesday
Even when life seems busy, hectic, and crazy, find and celebrate those minutes to read and write. Celebrate this community of writers! WRITE a slice of life story on your own blog. SHARE a link to your post in the comments section. GIVE comments to at least three other SOLS bloggers.
A Winter Recess
A winter recess is upon us here at Two Writing Teachers. A break is nice, but we have a lot in store for 2018. We can't wait to come back in January with a fresh start!
Teaching Small Groups in the Middle School Writing Workshop
For many middle school teachers, planning and teaching small groups in writing workshop feels a little like the Rubik's Cube; like this famous puzzle, there is a sense that small groups are doable (somehow, maybe?), yet the orchestration of all the many parts can make them feel overwhelming and perhaps even insurmountable. If you feel this way, know that you are not alone.
More Wishes
More wishes for you, dear educator, as we get ready to end one year and begin another.
Slice of Life Tuesday
WRITE a slice of life story on your own blog. SHARE a link to your post in the comments section. GIVE comments to at least three other SOLS bloggers.
Plan Boxes as Management Tools
Do you struggle with students working -- rather than socializing -- during independent writing time? If so, here's a solution to keep your kids engaged as writers so you can maximize the number of students you meet with during independent writing time.

