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Engaging Reluctant WritersEvery classroom has students who hate writing and will avoid it at all costs. They might groan and moan when you say the word ‘writing’ or ask to g...

Word Study, Word Work, and Spelling: What’s the difference? — Tarheelstate TeacherWord study, word work, and spelling...confused about the difference and why it matters in your upper elementary classroom?! These three types of word learning structures often get thrown around interchangeably in the upper elementary teaching world, but they have important differences in approach an

Teaching Writing to Diverse Student PopulationsWriting is a complex operation requiring knowledge of text structure, syntax, vocabulary, and topic, and sensitivity to audience needs; so it is not surprising that many teens find writing challenging. This article identifies the qualities of strong writing instruction, and offers advice to teachers for incorporating writing instruction into their practice, using tools like notebooks and journals, and sharing strategies that reinforce the importance of pre-writing and revision.

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Teaching Writing to Diverse Student PopulationsWriting is a complex operation requiring knowledge of text structure, syntax, vocabulary, and topic, and sensitivity to audience needs; so it is not surprising that many teens find writing challenging. This article identifies the qualities of strong writing instruction, and offers advice to teachers for incorporating writing instruction into their practice, using tools like notebooks and journals, and sharing strategies that reinforce the importance of pre-writing and revision.

How to Teach Grammar - Reading and Writing HavenTeachers have strong opinions about how to teach grammar. Conflicting research can leave people wondering what to do. In this post, find clarification.

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