Author Spotlight Series · the persona of a writer · writer identity

If You Write, You ARE a “Real” Writer!

Author and poet Rebecca Gardyn Levington struggled for years with severe Imposter Syndrome, until one day her 7-year-old son made a comment that completely changed her perspective, boosted her self-esteem, and ignited her writing career.

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Author Spotlight Series

The Taste of Crab Apples

To begin this year’s Author Spotlight Series, Maham Khwaja shares memories of an immigrant child in America.

Author Spotlight Series

The 10th Annual Author Spotlight Series Preview

In 2015, I thought it would be interesting to turn Two Writing Teachers over to children’s authors, illustrators, and professional teaching book authors for week. I wanted to learn from people I admired about their writing process, craft, and experiences with you. Except for 2019 (when I was balancing work and a move to a… Continue reading The 10th Annual Author Spotlight Series Preview

Coach-to-Coach · coaching · collaboration · communication · content-area writing

Writing Our Way Into Math: Strengthening Reasoning Through Shared Practice

Math and writing may seem like separate worlds, but they share a common goal: clear communication of thinking. This post explores how applying familiar writing strategies—like shared writing and oral rehearsal—can help young students express their mathematical reasoning with confidence and clarity.

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kindergarten · sharing

Sharing is Personal: Reflective Practice

What does the sharing of writing look like in your classroom?

book review · fantasy

When Kids Write Fantasy

After one week of immersion and introducing fantasy writing to my students, I've come to this conclusion: Fantasy writing is HARD! Luckily, Carl Anderson's new book, "Teaching Fantasy Writing," has helped me set students up for success.

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celebration · poetry

Poetry Month Celebrations: Ready-to-Go-Tip

Three quick and meaningful poetry celebrations to end the month!

digital tools · digital writing · feedback · games · strategies

We Will Write: Celebrations, Cautions, and Considerations

Whether you're hearing of We Will Write for the first time or you're a seasoned user, today's post will spark some new ideas for using this tool to engage writers and level up your writing instruction.

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