It's Tuesday! Time to write, share and give!
Sketchnoting: My First Attempt
Increase engagement and memory by learning how to Sketchnote
Students and Goal Setting: My Choice, My Growth, My Responsibility
Asking my students to set their own goals creates one more opportunity for each of them to be in charge of their learning and reflect on their growth as a writer.
How to Use the Word Wall: From a Student Point-of-View
A short and sweet reminder, from a student point-of-view.
Tools to have on hand for Small Group Instruction
In a recent post about small group instruction, I wrote about ways to group students who need instruction on a similar strategy. Sometimes, we form small groups ahead of time through careful planning. However, sometimes, we notice a few students grappling with a common concept or a group of students sign up for a seminar; developing… Continue reading Tools to have on hand for Small Group Instruction
A Step Back, A Leap Forward
Sometimes the most effective way to help writers leap ahead, is to slow things down and take a step back.
Q and A with Author Cindy Jenson-Elliot and a Giveaway!
Author Cindy Jenson-Elliot answer questions about her newest book, Antsy Ansel: Ansel Adams, A Life in Nature. Comment for a chance to win a copy of this beautiful book that is destined to be one of your mentor texts!
It’s Tuesday! Write. Share. Give.
Happy October! 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 SOL bloggers.
Helping Parents See Progress Through the Process
As learners ourselves, we know students need a supportive culture where taking risks, asking questions, and understanding the value of the process is omnipresent.
Writing A Teaching Point
A formula for writing clear teaching points
Making Connections with Poetry
I am on a technology roll lately! First Evernote and now Padlet. Check out the start of a new tool to inspire my students.
Literacy Coaches: The Art of Voicing-Over
Are you an instructional coach? As part of your work, do you demonstrate minilessons, conferring, or small group work in classrooms? If yes, then this post is for YOU!

