Writing Mini-Lesson

Mini-Lesson:

The mini lesson is the heart of workshop, creating an opportunity for explicit instruction in a new strategy or skill.  Generally, mini-lessons last approximately 10 minutes. The teacher delivers the information in a clear, logical manner and sends the writers off to apply skills while writing independently.  Mini-lessons target management of the workshop;  the writing process;  author’s craft strategies; or editing and revision skills.  Mini-lessons are brief and concise to ensure that students have the opportunity to transfer new skills.