As our students write this year, it will be important for us to remember that they are still learners, and as such, they will be approximating. It will be unlikely they will reach mastery. Understanding this can actually improve our teaching…
This week, the authors at Two Writing Teachers share ideas for building independence in your writing workshops. Here’s a preview of what our series includes.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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
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.)
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-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.
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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?
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!
What will be on your To Be Written List this summer?
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! Welcome to the Slice of Life Story Challenge!
