slice of life

It’s Tuesday: Welcome to the Slice of Life!

Write. Share. Give. IMPORTANT: If you are a slicer, and you’re going to be at NCTE in Boston, please think about joining a Slicer Meet-up. Let us know your availability on this form. Throughout the month of October, I'll be hosting the Slice of Life. Whether it's through poetry, journaling, or story, share your work by… Continue reading It’s Tuesday: Welcome to the Slice of Life!

teacher-as-writer · writing workshop

Book Review: Lynda Barry’s What it Is

Looking for a way to stretch your imagination and creativity, and perhaps discover more of yourself along the way? Writer and artist Lynda Barry has a book entitled "What it Is." In today's book review, I'll share highlights, features, and key take-aways.

caregivers · conferences · parent involvement

What I Bring to Caregiver Conferences

Consider how I prepare for caregiver conferences this Fall.

slice of life

It’s Tuesday: Welcome to the Slice of Life

IMPORTANT: If you are a slicer, and you’re going to be at NCTE in Boston, please think about joining a Slicer Meet-up. Let us know your availability on this form. Throughout the month of October, I'll be hosting the Slice of Life. Whether it's through poetry, journaling, or story, share your work by linking to your… Continue reading It’s Tuesday: Welcome to the Slice of Life

caregivers · writing workshop

Making the Most of Caregiver Conferences

Teacher conferences have a way of sneaking up on teachers. The first six weeks go by, routines establish, and life takes on a flow, just in time for conference time. Leah Thomas and I recorded a podcast about conferences that will drop later in October. In the meantime, she and I have coordinated our posts to address this topic on the blog, as well.

Recap

Catch Up Quick: Recap

ICYMI: Here's a roundup of our blog posts and podcast episodes that went live in the past two weeks.

Coach-to-Coach · spelling

Celebrate Spelling with a Spelling Bee

Spelling bees bring fun and joy to the often disliked subject of spelling. Learn how to host one at your school.

slice of life · SOLSC

It’s Tuesday: Welcome to the Slice of Life

Throughout the month, I am hosting and sharing quotes as to why people write. Maybe some of the reasons will inspire a post or two! Write a post. Share it here. Give some comments to other slicers!

writing about reading

What To Do When Your Students Can’t (or Won’t) Write About Reading

Writing about reading is often a daunting task for kids, but a few easy moves will make it more successful in your classroom.

Assessment Strengthens Writers Blog Series · From the Archives

Assessment Strengthens Writers: From the Archives

Maximize the power of assessments for you and your students this year.

early childhood · kindergarten

Setting the Tone for Kindergarten Writers at the Beginning of the School Year: Reflective Practice

How will you set a positive and inclusive tone for writing in the first few weeks of school?

slice of life

It’s Tuesday: Welcome to the Slice of Life!

Throughout the month, I am hosting and sharing quotes as to why people write. Maybe some of the reasons will inspire a post or two! Write a post. Share it here. Give some comments to other slicers!