Want to Become a Better Writing Teacher? (16 Tips)
Strong reading instruction is getting a slew of attention right now. Which is wonderful. But, as Shanahan says, “If you want better reading scores, the science of reading says do…
What’s Not True with the Science of Reading
To say the term “science of reading” is ubiquitous is a gross understatement. In many ways, it’s fantastic that there is such robust discussion about the topic. But as with…
Show the Way to Write: Modeling, Mentors, and Exemplars
It can be hard for kids to write. There’s a tremendous amount of mental energy involved with writing. It’s also very vulnerable. The writer’s thoughts, choices, and skill level…
What’s Happening to Teacher Thinking?
There’s no question that the state of education is…a mess. There are so many issues right now. One of them? That in many places, we are being handed a boxed…
Getting Kids to Write: Motivation
Teaching writing is at the top of many teachers’ lists of things that are hardest to do. The actual teaching of it can be uncomfortable for many, but a bigger…