Nurturing a Sense of Optimism Through Vertical Visits
Although this time of year predictably proves to be extremely busy, creatively scheduling a little bit of time to visit at least some of your next-year’s writers can pay valuable dividends.
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Introducing a New Co-Author and Two Contributing Writers
It’s my pleasure to introduce three new members to the #TWTBlog Team. I am confident our readers will benefit from their expertise in the years to come. Please join me in welcoming them by leaving a comment after you read more about them.
Tuesday Slice of Life Story Challenge
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Preschool Down the Hall: An End of Year Cure
Sometimes we are learning more than we are teaching, and that makes us better teachers.
Revising the Classroom: Adventures in Flexible Seating
This year I had the opportunity to try out flexible seating with brand new furniture. It’s been an adventure and I’ve learned many lessons along the way. What are your experiences with flexible seating?
Take a Tour of Your Own School with an Eye Toward Writing Workshop
When you have a chance, take a walk through the hallways of your own school. Try to see with fresh eyes. Pretend you are a visitor. Ask yourself: What kind of writing is… Continue reading
Fine Motor and Beyond: How To Support Underlying Skills for Writing
What makes the physical and visual process of writing challenging?
Read to find out how an occupational therapist collaborated with a classroom teacher to increase participation of all students during writing workshop.
Tuesday Slice of Life Story Challenge
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Bringing Humor Into Writing Workshops
Laughter adds so much to our lives. Research the benefits and you find all sorts of them– engagement, higher levels of learning, greater sense of community, even health benefits… Just for those alone, it’s worth thinking about ways we can infuse humor and laughter into our instruction and the experiences we share with students.
Reimagine Notebook Entries Using a Mentor Text
Using a mentor text can be a little like taking a course from a published writer- we can allow him or her to teach us how to be stronger writers. This can certainly happen with our drafts… but we can also do this work in our notebooks. Oftentimes, doing so can free young writers up to do larger-scale revision. Here’s one way I tried that…
Supporting EAL Students in Writing Workshop
Eight educators share their expertise to help us understand the way to meet the needs of students who are learning English within the context of writing workshop.
Differentiating and Inspiring Students with Learning Differences in Writing Workshop
Have you ever wondered how other teachers were meeting the needs of students with learning differences? Five educators share their expertise with us today.
Tuesday Slice of Life Story Challenge
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Ten Possible Minutes: Sacred Writing
Every year brings with it new surprises. I was delightfully surprised by just ten minutes this year. Ten minutes made a big difference.
March or April? Which Month is Best for the Classroom SOLSC?
If your students participated in the Classroom SOLSC, then please take three minutes to fill out this survey. Your responses will help us shape future Classroom Challenges!
Three Things to Try in Writing Workshop Before the End of the School Year
Three things you maybe never thought of trying – add them to your writing workshop bucket list for the school year!
Writing in Choice Time: Not Just a Center
Writing is not limited to a center choice during play. It is a part of all centers! Read this post to find out how to invite different kinds of writing at the most engaging time of day.
Tuesday Slice of Life Story Challenge
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ICYMI: Strengthening Professional Learning
Here’s a round up of our May 2019 blog series about professional learning.
When Teachers Learn Like They Teach: Strengthening Professional Learning
This post offers a glimpse into the professional development structures of a progressive New York City public school, where common threads of learning are inquiry, collaboration, and choice.