Students who struggle with executive function deficits are in every classroom. Here is a strategy and visual tool that may help and inspire problem solving within your writing workshop.
Biweekly Recap
We've had some important posts over the last two weeks. Here's a recap of what you might have missed.
Exploring Identity in Writing Workshop: Identity Webs as a Conferring Tool
Add a new tool to your conferring toolbox: students' identity webs. Identity webs can help students bring more of themselves to their writing.
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!
Growing Thoughtful Spellers
Young writers need freedom to invent spellings, fostering confidence and phonological awareness. As they progress, understanding English orthography's complex structure becomes crucial. The goal isn't perfect spelling, but developing thoughtful encoders who analyze words. By balancing creativity with gradual introduction of conventions, we guide children towards becoming confident, reflective spellers and skilled writers.
This is the Year I’m Going to…: From the Archives
Dream big this school year.
Nurturing Independent Writers in the Classroom
Fostering independence in writing empowers students and transforms the writing community. Explore practical strategies to create an environment where students take ownership of their writing journey, building confidence and self-reliance.
It’s Tuesday: Join us for 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!
Supporting English Language Learners: From The Archives
I'm always searching for ways to support English Language Learners in writing. Luckily, there’s a wealth of resources from the Two Writing Teachers archive to give me a boost! I’ve collected some of my favorites from years past, and I’m sharing them with you.
Introducing the Two Writing Teachers Learning Community Facebook Group
Read to learn how to join our new Facebook group, a collaborative place for questions, ideas, and resources.
It’s Tuesday! Join us for Slice of Life
Write, share, and give on this last Tuesday of August.
Beginning the Year With a Few Questions
Especially on the first day, but throughout the first weeks of school, I try hard to imagine who knows and loves the child that sits at a desk-- here are a few questions I'll carry with me as I connect and reconnect with children.

