This lesson was designed to help students break down a problem into …
This lesson was designed to help students break down a problem into steps, creating a comic strip about their problem, writing about the problem and then taking everything they have done and creating their own Adobe Spark presentation with commentary. This provides students the opportunity and an alternate way to present without having to stand in front of the class. They are writing a narrative about a personal experience and creating their own information.
Beginning any piece of writing is a challenge, but it is particularly …
Beginning any piece of writing is a challenge, but it is particularly harrowing to begin a personal essay. Many writers use the same strategy: a scene drop. In this video, we’ll look at three mentor texts in which writers use the strategy of dropping readers directly into the thick of the story with pairs of actions. It’s a no-fail way to engage your reader and kick off your personal statement.
Writing poetry is a great exercise for English language learners. It gives …
Writing poetry is a great exercise for English language learners. It gives them a chance to experiment with language and vocabulary, and to freely share their ideas without the confinement of perfect grammar or firm structures. Here are some suggestions for getting started from Kristina Robertson, as well as different kinds of poems to try!
The road to writing consists of two distinct but related paths. Students …
The road to writing consists of two distinct but related paths. Students who successfully travel these paths often have had teachers and/or parents assisting them to safely navigate their way. Successful navigation frequently results in reinvigorating students' enthusiasm for writing even if they struggle with learning disabilities.
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