أفضل بودكاسات Elementary School (2025)

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Episode 106 Meaningful Grammar Instruction with Patty McGee 43:45

3d ago43:45

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Students struggle with grammar. Teachers struggle with grammar. But...Patty McGee says it doesn't have to be that way! If you are looking for simple yet powerful ways to help your students to apply grammar skills, you will not want to miss this discussion! Patty shares a wealth of information on best practices in grammar instruction including high-…

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Episode 105 Holding Space for Writers' Needs: One Teacher's Win! 12:50

10d ago12:50

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When teaching writing, there are so many things on our mind-so many skills to worry about our students mastering. Most of these skills are what we can see on paper, and they can easily steal the majority of our focus. However, there are a multitude of skills, abilities, beliefs and characteristics of writers that need to be developed and addressed …

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Episode 104 Empowering the Writer Within with Author Sarah McDavis 37:19

17d ago37:19

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This incredible conversation with author and speaker Sarah McDavis will have you feeling inspired! Sarah gives us a peek into her mind as a writer sharing: How she begins a new book Her process for drafting Her own version of planning Strategies for when you are "stuck" Using charts and graphs to revise her book She reminds us that each and every w…

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Episode 103 Master Sentences before Writing? I Don't Think So 24:23

24d ago24:23

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How can we expect perfection from our young writers when we don't expect it of ourselves? Does a young basketball player need to perfect his shot before he can play a game? Do professional authors publish their first draft? For some reason there are literacy professionals who are promoting having students "master sentences" before they are able to …

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Episode 102 Help! I Don't Know What to Teach Them! 18:41

1M ago18:41

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When I first began using the workshop model, I felt very unequipped to help my writers. I wasn't a writer myself and certainly had not had any training in writing or how to teach writing. So, when I sat next to my little ones and read over their pieces, I felt like I didn't know how to help them. The truth was, I knew so many things about writing t…

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S2E8: ESOL English for Speakers of Other Languages 19:40

1M ago19:40

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At-home and school strategies that help our non-native English speakers are beneficial to ALL our students! Join us in a talk with Mrs. Brittan Parker on the challenges and rewards in teaching ESOL at Oak Grove ES!بقلم Kenneth Blum

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Episode 101 Elevating Writing Instruction with Carl Anderson and Matt Glover Pt 2 30:59

1M ago30:59

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Get ready for the rest of this fantastic discussion with Carl Anderson and Matt Glover! You will hear more about the importance of student engagement in writing as well as helpful tips for navigating the various aspects of a writer-focused workshop model. Check out what the authors have to say about: Illustrations as an integral part of composition…

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Episode 100 Elevating Writing Instruction with Carl Anderson and Matt Glover Pt 1 31:38

1M ago31:38

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This is it!!! The 100th Episode! For my 100th am joined by two incredible writers themselves who have given so much to the field of education through their work on writing instruction: Matt Glover and Carl Anderson. In this first episode of the two-part series, we discuss ways to provide more student ownership in writing, which increases engagement…

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Ep 99 But We Don't Have Enough Time! 27:19

1M ago27:19

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Time just does not seem to be on a teacher's side! There are so many things requiring or affecting your time-some you can control, some you cannot. Some you are invested in, some you are not. More often than not, writing is the part of literacy that gets pushed aside for other areas. But writing is an ESSENTIAL part of our students' day and life an…

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Episode 98 Writers Struggling? Try a New Perspective! 14:33

2M ago14:33

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We all get stuck in a rut with our teaching. Sometimes it just takes a different perspective to figure out what works! This episode shares a few examples of looking at parts of teaching writing in a new way and provides you with steps to try it out yourself! Listen in to this short episode for some helpful tips for improving your writing instructio…

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Episode 97 Little Things Make a HUGE Difference! 14:01

2M ago14:01

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Implementing effective writing instruction is a big task. There are many moving parts and lots of important young writers to take care of! I find it helpful to know and remember that often times the little details are what also make a huge impact on your student writers. This episode shares examples of those small practices and hopefully helps to s…

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Episode 96 Why Can't We Just Use the Oreo Planner? 13:02

2M ago13:02

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Teaching is hard. Teaching writing is hard...and, it's not the only thing you have to teach! I get it. Trying new things can be time-consuming and a bit scary. But also...it can be so worth it! If you want your students to be engaged and successful in writing, it's time to take a risk! If you are frustrated with lack of student progress and even st…

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S2E7: Erin Barnes, Teacher of the Year 10:41

2M ago10:41

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Introducing Mrs. Erin Barnes, Oak Grove's 2025 Teacher of the Year! Get to know our TOTY in this interview on why she became a teacher, what inspires her, and what challenges her!بقلم Kenneth Blum

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Episode 95 Peer Feedback that Works with Michelle Ruhe Pt 2 22:03

2M ago22:03

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Part 2 with Michelle Ruhe of Coach from the Couch continues with more actionable steps for implementing peer feedback with your writers. In this episode we discuss: the importance of slow, strategic implementation using checklists and rubrics providing quality, exemplar writing pieces and how to set goals while staying within a writer's ZPD This co…

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S2E6: ECS - Exceptional Children's Services 21:16

3M ago21:16

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Join our discussion with several of our veteran Exceptional Children Services teachers on how support student growth in their program and for all our students.بقلم Kenneth Blum

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Episode 94 Peer Feedback that Works with Michelle Ruhe Pt 1 16:52

3M ago16:52

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It can sound scary and impossible, but it's not! In this first episode with Mrs. Michelle Ruhe of Coach from the Couch, we share the power of peer feedback to: enhance writing quality engage students and distribute the feedback workload You will hear about the transformative potential of peer feedback in fostering student ownership and improving wr…

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Episode 93 Are You Over-Scaffolding your Writers? 19:34

3M ago19:34

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Can't stand the mess? Then get out of the kitchen! I couldn't help but think of that saying when writing show notes for this episode! Just like I over-supported my children when baking cookies to avoid the "mess" of little hands, writing teachers often over-scaffold their writers. If you have ever said, "I taught you how to do that!" or "We've been…

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Episode 92 Writing Strategies Series: Volume 27:49

3M ago27:49

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I recently had a teacher I am coaching say, "That's going to be hard for me," when we discussed allowing students to try multiple drafts on different topics for their informational books. I completely understand why this fabulous teacher was hesitant...and there are so many reasons! But the truth is, we all need repeated practice to improve our ski…

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S2E5: ENR - Enrichment Program 12:17

3M ago12:17

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Our Enrichment teachers have a unique approach to challenging our students -= meeting them where they are and encouraging growth. Mrs. Barfield was unavailable, but Mrs. Price sat down with Mr. Blum to talk about our ENR program at Oak Grove ES.بقلم Kenneth Blum

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Episode 91 Writing Conferring Series: Research-Decide-Teach 30:22

3M ago30:22

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Melissa saved one of the best, but possibly "scariest" writing conference for last! The Research-Decide-Teach conference originates from Lucy Calkins and is a highly effective method for truly meeting your writers' needs and moving them forward as writers. In this final installment of the Writing Conference Series, Melissa discusses how to gather i…

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Edited! Episode 90 Writing Strategies Series: Elaboration 20:40

4M ago20:40

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Are you looking for more than "use describing words" and "tell me more" when it comes to helping students elaborate in their writing? In this episode, Melissa dives into strategies for improving writing elaboration for students by first considering a few overall understandings and techniques for opinion, narrative and informational writing and then…

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Episode 89 Lessen Your Mental Load by Establishing Student Agency 19:38

4M ago19:38

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Raise your hand if you have felt unsure, ill-equipped, or stressed out when making decisions about writing instruction. Teachers tend to place too much responsibility on themselves when it comes to instruction in general, and definitely with writing instruction! This creates unnecessary stress that can be alleviated by establishing student autonomy…

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Episode 88 Writing Conferring Series: Re-teach Conference 15:56

5M ago15:56

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What does a conference sound like you ask? Listen in to hear Melissa provide a detailed example of a "Re-teach Conference." Quite often, the strategies you have taught are not being implemented in each student's independent writing pieces. The purpose of a "Re-teach" conference is to provide follow-up, explicit instruction on a previously taught wr…

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Episode 87 Writing Strategies Series: Generating Ideas 16:40

5M ago16:40

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"I don't know what to write about!" is what is heard in classrooms all over. In this episode, Melissa emphasizes the importance of supporting students in having the independence to generate their own ideas for writing. She discusses the negative impacts of consistently providing students with topics and offers practical strategies to help students …

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Episode 86 Writing Conferring Series: Compliment Conference 11:13

5M ago11:13

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Are you wondering where to begin when conferring with your writers? This episode will teach you all about the Compliment Conference and how to use it as not only a way to encourage your writers but also as a formative assessment for your writing instruction. This conference has four simple steps: Open the conversation Identify evidence of a success…

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S2E4: EIP - Early Intervention Program 9:00

5M ago9:00

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Mr. Blum talks with our Early Intervention Program teachers - also known as EIP - Mrs. Fuller, Johnson, and Willis on how that program supports student growth.بقلم Kenneth Blum

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Episode 85 Writing Strategies Series-Independence 13:23

5M ago13:23

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Raise your hand if you have students coming up to you or sitting and staring or raising their hands during independent writing time! There are so many reasons why students are not fully independent writers, and this episode provides a variety of ideas and strategies for creating a classroom full of writers who are! Melissa shares four ideas for sup…

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Episode 84 Writing Conferring Series: Writer's Inquiry Conference 23:52

5M ago23:52

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Welcome to the first episode in the Conferring Series! This series will discuss a variety of conference types for writing to help you feel more confident in meeting one-on-one with your writers in order to meet their needs. This first conference, the Writer's Inquiry Conference is all about getting to know your writers. It is extremely helpful for …

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Ep 83 Writing Strategies Series- Engagement 21:08

6M ago21:08

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This episode is the beginning of the Writing Strategies Series and is all about supporting students with the most foundational aspect of writing- Engagement! Just as with any learning-academic to athletic-learners must be engaged in order to progress. Drawing from educational research and expert Jennifer Serravallo, I discuss the multi-dimensional …

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Ep 82 A Few Things to Know for the Upcoming Series 18:29

6M ago18:29

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This episode shares the understandings needed in order to get the most out of the two upcoming series: Strategies for Writing and All About Conferring There are a variety of common struggles for our writers and I hope to help you by sharing specific strategies for each of them in the upcoming podcast series. Conferring is a topic I have not yet tho…

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Admin: State of the School 8:56

6M ago8:56

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Mr. Riecke and Mrs. Holland talk about the first 90 days of school and what are expectations for the next 90 days are!بقلم Kenneth Blum

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S2E3: Leader In Me: interview with Betsy Wierda 8:16

6M ago8:16

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Want to know more about our Character Traits initiative? Wonder what Leader In Me is? Scratching your had over you children talking about 'Make First Things First" and other sayings? Listen to our most recent podcast where Mr. Blum sits down with Besty Wierda, Consultant with FranklinCovey Education.…

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Episode 81 Four Tips for Finding Explicit Writing Lessons 23:14

6M ago23:14

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You've gotten to know your students as writers, and you've chosen goals for your class. Now what? It's time to find strategies for writing that your writers can use to meet their goals! In this episode, Melissa shares four techniques for finding and choosing teaching points. Leveraging Your Own Writing Experience Mining Mentor Texts Thinking Outsid…

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Episode 80 Writing in Special Education with Dana Teague Part 2 21:49

6M ago21:49

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Part 2 with Dana Teague is here! Dana's energy is contagious, and she shares so many ideas for supporting your student writers. Listen in to hear: Why you don't need to be a perfect writer to teach your writers Ways to get to know your writers Free Writing Assessment Helping writers use AI effectively I hope you enjoy the episode! About Melissa: Me…

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S2E2: Veterans Day 6:12

6M ago6:12

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Get all the details on our Veterans Day program in this podcast featuring just a few of the many staff members involved in managing this event: Mrs. Toering, Mrs. Lewis, Mrs. Price, and Mrs. Turk. We have many international families, so for those who may not be aware, what is Veterans Day? How is that different than Memorial Day? When is Veterans D…

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Episode 79 Writing in Special Education with Dana Teague Pt 1 31:43

7M ago31:43

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I know this episode (and its sequel) will have you nodding your head in agreement again and again! Ms. Dana Teaque is an experienced and passionate educator who will make you feel seen and inspire you to do what is best for your students. Listen in to hear: Dana's educational journey Writing strategies for diverse learners Fostering student growth …

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S2E1: Mrs. Holland 7:38

7M ago7:38

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Two fifth graders working on a Podcast for the Technology Competition try the hosting spot in this podcast's interview with Mrs. Hollandبقلم Kenneth Blum

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Episode 78 But What if They Write it Wrong? 10:05

7M ago10:05

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You may not have had said this out loud, but I know it has been in the back of your mind. It is there each time you make a decision to: -provide a structure graphic organizer for planning Or -have students "check in" before moving ahead in the work In this episode, I encourage teachers to consider the purpose of their fear and provide less structur…

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Episode 77 Let Your Students be the Prompts 28:32

7M ago28:32

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Writing Prompts- they can be cute but looks can be deceiving! Yes, they have their place and may be a needed activity for our elementary and middle school students in order to prepare for testing or other situations, BUT They should not be the only writing students are doing on a daily basis! In this episode, I explain the limitations of prompts, s…

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Episode 76 4 Easy to Implement Techniques for Writing Across the Curriculum 18:49

7M ago18:49

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I have had many questions recently regarding content area writing instruction. Although writing across the curriculum is not a new term in education, most content area teachers still have little training in how to incorporate effective writing practice and instruction into their subject area. This episode shared 4 techniques to not only help get mo…

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Episode 75 Volume Volume Volume! Let them Keep Writing! 14:44

8M ago14:44

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We all know practice is necessary for all of us to grow in any capacity. Whether you are a writer, athlete, construction worker or musician, the more you practice your skills the more skilled you become at your craft. I often find that in the classroom, this practice is limited for students as writers. This may be due to teachers' lack of time, or …

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Episode 74 Let's Energize Writing with Cassandra Williams 22:10

8M ago22:10

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If you are looking for inspiration for teaching writing, this is the episode for you! My guest, Cassandra Williams, owner of Educational Innovation 360 brings her energy and passion for literacy and supporting teachers. Listen in to hear us discuss: -Cassandra's observations of writing programs in various districts -Bringing real-world writing into…

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Episode 73 Beginning of Year Writing: Setting the Stage 15:22

9M ago15:22

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In this episode, I invite you to consider how you are setting the stage for writing in your elementary or middle school classroom in the first few days of school. Do you want your writers to be excited, confident and ready to engage in writing? How you begin writing time-the words you say and the activities you ask your students to do-needs to supp…

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Episode 72 Easy and Effective ways to Engage Writers with Hannah Roudebush 48:35

9M ago48:35

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You will enjoy this episode with my guest, Ms. Hannah Roudebush! Hannah was a teacher who truly cared for her students and did everything she could to make learning "relevant, engaging, and perhaps the most important aspect of that, enjoyable." Hannah is passionate about getting learners participating in the learning process and in this episode, sh…

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Episode 71 Choosing and Implementing Writing Mentor Texts 11:04

10M ago11:04

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Sometimes using a mentor text to teach writing seems scary, but I promise you, it is not! In this episode, Melissa covers: ~The what and Why of Mentor texts for writing ~How to choose a mentor text for writing ~Using your own library or Read Alouds as mentor texts ~Ideas for strategies to teach using a mentor text Your young writers need to see wri…

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Episode 70 How and Why to Implement Shared Writing Effectively 34:49

10M ago34:49

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Shared Writing is a highly-effective writing instructional practice for elementary and even middle school students in which the teacher holds the pen while collaboratively composing a piece of text with their students. Students are involved in all stages of the writing process with support from the teacher. Students need a high number of opportunit…

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Episode 69 New Writing Practices Not Working? I've Got You! 16:28

11M ago16:28

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Do you give enough time to new practices in writing instruction? Or perhaps you throw in the towel as soon as things don't go as planned? I have definitely been guilty of "poo pooing" a new strategy or technique when it doesn't magically fix everything right away. But the truth is, everything takes time! Plus, sometimes a small adjustment is all it…

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Episode 68 Interview with Coley Conter and Katy Wischow Pt 2 33:58

11M ago33:58

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You won't want to miss the second part of my interview with these two fabulous educators! We continue our discussion on the topics of: Handling the "expectations" of teaching writing: -considering each writer's "default" -letting go in order to prevent holding writers back -creating school-based progressions -focusing on growth Editing in a new lig…

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Episode 67 Interview with Coley Conter and Katy Wischow Pt 1 25:52

11M ago25:52

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In this episode, you will hear from two literacy experts who have worked with a number of districts to support them in best practices in reading and writing. Coley Conter and Katy Wischow are a pleasure to speak with and I you will gain so much from hearing what they share with us! Our discussion begins with Katy and Coley's favorite part about tea…

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Episode 66 Shake Up Writing Time 23:03

11M ago23:03

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What does writing time FEEL like in your elementary or middle school classroom? Is that feeling something your students need in order to enjoy and engage in writing? Writing instruction needs to be explicit and effective, but in order for our students to WANT to write, writing time needs to be enjoyable, collaborative and engaging! If you want to s…

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