Why Independent Work Time Matters
In the spring of 2019, sitting with a small group of 6th grade writers, I shared a video of Jack Ma, speaking on the future of education. “Education is a big, big challenge… Continue reading
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Launching the Year by Connecting to the Known
Brows furrowed, I stared worriedly at the red marks on my rough draft. Shifting uncomfortably in the red leather chair, I brought my eyes upward to meet the gaze of the woman sitting… Continue reading
It’s SOL Tuesday!
We’re happy you are joining the Slice of Life community today! 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… Continue reading
It’s SOL Tuesday!
We’re happy you are joining the Slice of Life community today! 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… Continue reading
It’s SOL Tuesday!
We hope you’ll join the Slice of Life community of writers today! 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… Continue reading
It’s SOL Tuesday!
I hope summer brings you freedom to write somewhere special today. 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… Continue reading
It’s SOL Tuesday!
We’re happy you are joining the Slice of Life community today! 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… Continue reading
It’s Tuesday! Welcome to the Slice of Life Story Challenge!
Welcome to the Slice of Life community! We’re happy you’re here!
It’s Tuesday! Join us for the Slice of Life Story Challenge
Welcome to the Slice of Life Story Challenge Community. Please leave your permalink in the comments section, and visit at least three other slicers to leave a comment for them! For those of… Continue reading
June/July Vacation
Summer is almost here, which means our team is taking a break from now through August 1st. (Well, except on Tuesdays. We always SLICE on Tuesdays.)
Taking Stock: Moving Forward
As teachers, how might we reflect on our own practice in a way that could make a difference for our students next year? Here are a few lenses for setting some goals…
The Most Beloved Books in our Library: A Birthday Tradition
The most-read books of the year were ones authored by my students on their birthdays. Today, I share how my school made a change to a more beliefs-centered way of celebrating.
It’s Tuesday! Join Us for the Slice of Life Story Challenge
Join us for the weekly Slice of Life Story Challenge!
But How do I Teach Writing?
Even with all we know. Even with resources, colleagues, and advice all around. The question still looms in our minds–But How Do I Teach Writing?
Spark! Quick Writes to Kindle Hearts and Minds in Elementary Classrooms- Review & Giveaway
Be sure to leave a comment today for a chance to win Paula Bourque’s must-read book, Spark! Quick Writes to Kindle Hearts and Minds in Elementary Classrooms. You are going to want this book!
A To Be Written List
What will be on your To Be Written List this summer?
Let Them Color, Because…
How often do your students get to color?
How often do your students get to illustrate their books in color?
Do your students color with meaning and purpose?
This post shares research and tips for making writing workshop more colorful (in any grade!).
It’s Tuesday! Join us for our weekly Slice of Life Story Challenge
It’s Tuesday! Welcome to the Slice of Life Story Challenge!
Empowering Writers
As we approach the end of the year, it could be a great time to challenge students to think about who they are as learners, what helps them hold on to new concepts, and how they do their best work. That being said, this knowledge could empower students at any point in the year.
Six New Narrative Picture Books for Your Mentor Text Basket
Just as we reflect our teaching practices in the summertime, we can rethink some of the mentor texts we use and find new ones to share with students in minilessons, writing conferences, and strategy lessons.