goals

Start, Stop, Continue, Remember: A New-Year Exercise

At the start of the school year, I often get overwhelmed with ideas to implement in my teaching. This year, I’ve decided to apply a thinking exercise to my own goal-setting. I’m sharing my ideas here, and I’d love for you to consider doing the same alongside me.

creativity · slice of life

It’s Tuesday: Join Us for a Slice of Life!

It's Tuesday...Lean into uncertainty!

creativity · slice of life

It’s Tuesday: Join Us for a Slice of Life!

It's full-fledged summer where I live. That means sweltering weather, all the sunlight, and fireflies at dusk. Fireflies! It's also a time of year where I can let my body and mind discover and explore new patterns. This week, I invite you to do the same.

Slice of Life Story Challenge · writing workshop

Day 14 of the March SOLSC #SOL25

Today is Day 14 of the March Slice of Life Challenge! I'm excited to step into my role as host for a few days. Happy writing!

Modernizing Mentor Texts Blog Series

Students as Creators: Modernizing Mentor Texts

I also believe young writers can and should take guidance from one another. In my classroom, student mentor text falls into three general categories. In this post, I’ll share how I gather that text, when I use it, and why it benefits our community of writers. 

blogging

TWT Blog Recap #ICYMI

Have you missed out on the amazing articles published over the last couple of weeks? Don't worry, we've got you covered with this recap. We'll also preview what's happening with Two Writing Teachers over the winter holiday season.

gratitude · holiday · writing workshop

The Best Gifts for the Student Writers in Your Life

This year, Lainie Levin offers another perspective on holiday gift-giving - intangible things students could all use more of: To my students, I’m wrapping your gifts with love and sending them to you with a giant bow on top.

NCTE · Reflective Practice

Don’t Let It Fade: Holding Onto the Magic of NCTE 2024

Knowing that the ideas I’ve gathered and the knowledge I’ve gained at NCTE are so important and impactful, I’ve begun shifting my focus during the week between the conference and Thanksgiving to how I’m going to sustain my learning once the dust from the holiday weekend settles.

slice of life

It’s Tuesday: Welcome to the Slice of Life!

Write. Share. Give.

Reflective Practice

Reflections From NCTE 2024

I know that attending NCTE is a privilege, and I do my best to share what I learn with anyone and everyone who I can touch in some way, shape, or form. If you have ANY questions or interest in more about what I’ve written, please reach out. Connecting with passionate educators fuels me now more than ever. 

slice of life

It’s Tuesday: Welcome to the Slice of Life!

Write. Share. Give.

slice of life

It’s Tuesday: Welcome to the Slice of Life!

Write. Share. Give.