by imavexadmin | Feb 12, 2019 | [Writing]
Learning Center Subscribe to Ask Smekens Filter by Category: All Reading Reader's Workshop Management Comprehension Planning Comprehension Lessons Standardized Reading Assessments Text Selection Annotating & Note-Taking Writing About Reading Literacy Stations...
by imavexadmin | Feb 19, 2018 | [Writing]
Align with the Strongest Position Feb 19, 2018 | [Writing] Persuasive and argumentative writing tasks typically begin with students announcing which side they agree with. This is before reading, researching, or even considering all possible perspectives. This might...
by imavexadmin | Nov 10, 2017 | [Writing]
Start and End Persuasive Pieces Nov 10, 2017 | [Writing] Most students know that their book reviews, persuasive letters, and argumentative essays need to have an introduction. The problem is–they struggle to write one that isn’t literal. Hello, I’m...
by imavexadmin | Sep 19, 2017 | [Writing]
Distinguish “Reasons” from “Evidence” Sept 19, 2017 | [Writing] FAQ: How do you help students distinguish between “reasons” and “evidence”? ANSWER: When preparing to write an opinion, persuasive, or argumentative piece,...
by imavexadmin | Apr 18, 2017 | [Writing]
Incorporate Persuasive, Informative, & Narrative Writing in PK-1 April 18, 2017 | [Writing] The college and career-ready standards expect the three modes of writing to be taught at every grade level. The argumentative standard requires students to share their...
