Separate Information by Source & PerspectivePosted on February 12, 2019When first pulling perspective-based information from sources, start simply. Initially, provide two texts--one text in support of each perspective.
Vary Time Spent in the Writing ProcessPosted on February 04, 2019Beyond knowing the individual steps of the writing process, students also need instruction on how to adjust them to fit the constraints of various circumstances. This requires...
Go Beyond a Model; Reveal a Think AloudPosted on January 29, 2019When introducing any literacy skill, teachers typically tell students what it is and show them some examples. However, teaching goes beyond telling. It reveals more than just...
Introduce the 6 TraitsPosted on April 18, 2017The six researched components of all good writing (ideas, organization, voice, word choice, sentence fluency, and conventions) need to be introduced to students in a kid-friendly...
Download Kristina's Favorite Picture Books for Teaching the 6 TraitsPosted on April 17, 2017Many teachers choose to introduce each of the 6 Traits by reading a text that exemplifies the trait. Students see the trait in action within such mentor text. Picture books...
Convert Rubric Scores to GradesPosted on April 16, 2017Ever tried to get a grade from a rubric? Have you attempted to just add up the levels the student scored and divide by the total? Are all the students doing a little worse...
