Spelling bees bring fun and joy to the often disliked subject of spelling. Learn how to host one at your school.
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!
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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.
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Assessment Strengthens Writers: From the Archives
Maximize the power of assessments for you and your students this year.
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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?
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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!
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Contingency Maps for Writing Workshops
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.
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Biweekly Recap
We've had some important posts over the last two weeks. Here's a recap of what you might have missed.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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This is the Year I’m Going to…: From the Archives
Dream big this school year.
