Inspire your students to write with purpose and creativity!
Upper elementary writing routines are incredibly important in building student confidence. Whether you return to school in August, September, or even teach year-round, the beginning of a new school year is when students begin to shake off their summer mindset and settle into structured writing routines again. Before working on writer’s craft or stylistic aspects […]
Summer writing habits have shaped me for as long as I can remember. They take me right back to the little pieces of writing I did before I ever called myself a writer. From Childhood Diaries to Today’s Digital Voices Early Summer Writing: Childhood Diaries, Friendship, and Letter Writing I remember the red hardcover Hello […]
Personal narrative writing can be the key to unlocking the stories inside those students who feel stuck, resistant, or overwhelmed. It’s a simple, quick win, especially when students struggle with writing. And here’s why: they already have the content. They live it every single day. Kids are natural storytellers. They talk about their lives constantly: […]
