Inspire your students to write with purpose and creativity!
New Year journaling gives students a meaningful way to reflect on their memories and growth and set intentions for the months ahead. Student journals are one of the most powerful writing tools in the upper elementary classroom. They help students reflect, plan, notice, and grow as writers and thinkers. As we step into a new […]
Student journals are a powerful way to incorporate personalized and flexible writing practice into your literacy routines. When we use journals like customized collections of stories and ideas rather than rigid assignments, we open up space for students to explore, reflect, and take ownership of their writing. In this post, I’m sharing five ideas for […]
Ever thought about journaling with your students? As a veteran teacher, I can’t deny the benefits of writing journals in the upper elementary classroom. Journaling is such a powerful tool! It has a positive impact on students’ creativity and social-emotional learning. And writing journals are a simple, effective, low-risk way for students to practice writing […]
