Launching a writing workshop is hard work. Intentional work. What are those “look fors” that let us know that our workshops are gelling? That community is being built, routines are being established, and writing work is happening?
Student-Created Learning Progressions: A How to
Student-created learning progressions help foster agency in students and move them forward in their writing.
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The Mid-Workshop Interruption: An Opportunity for Instruction During the Workshop
We maximize our teaching time when we look for opportunities to instruct our students at different times during a writing block. The mid-workshop interruption is a consistent way to gather your class together to raise the level of their work day after day.
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It’s Tuesday! Time to Share A Slice of Life on #TWTBlog!
It's Tuesday! Time to write, share, and give!
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The Magic of Anticipation
When you think about the writing joy that lies ahead this year, are you spending your time planning, preparing, or anticipating?
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Finding a Way: Bridging the Known with a New Resource.
When I listen to what teachers are saying about our new writing curriculum, I am confident we will find our way through. Indeed, they already are.
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Integrating Social Justice Work Into Writing
I became a teacher to promote equity and social justice, but I'm not always sure what to do next for and with my students. The Social Justice Standards provide a roadmap for educators and integrate especially well with writing.
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New Year’s Resolutions For Writing Workshop
January isn't the only time to make some New Year's Resolutions! With a new school year starting, here are some of my resolutions to teach writing more effectively!
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It’s Tuesday! Welcome to Slice of Life on #TWTBlog!
It's Tuesday! Time to write, share, and give!
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Engage Writers at the Beginning of the Year with Base Training
At the beginning of the school year, take time before launching your first unit to allow students to settle in to writing workshop. This time helps you learn about students, build their confidence, and teach workshop routines.
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The Two Writing Teachers Podcast: Our First Episodes
It’s my pleasure to announce that the first few episodes of the Two Writing Teachers Podcast are live as of this morning!
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Taming the Clutter: Bringing Focus to Professional Learning
Sometimes, I am overwhelmed with the amount of new learning about writing that I wish to incorporate. I’ve come to realize I’m not alone. I’m not the only person with more resources and ideas than they know what to do with, and I‘m not the only one who risks inertia because I don’t know where to start. If that’s also you, or someone you know and love, I’ll be sharing my process for how I work my way to more clarity and focus.
