Publishing is an important step in the writing process that helps students feel proud of their work. In this episode, we’ll explore easy ways to celebrate student writing without adding extra stress to your teaching routine.

SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:  https://sharedteaching.com/ideas-for-publishing-student-writing/

In Today's Episode We'll Talk About:

• Why publishing is important for young writers
• Simple ways to publish in the classroom
• How to make publishing meaningful without extra work
• Encouraging student ownership and confidence in writing
• Building a culture of writing in the classroom

Listen to the Writing Process Mini Series

1. Episode 158: Writing Process Mini Series - The Planning Step
2. Episode 159: Writing Process Mini Series - The Writing Step
3. Episode 160: Writing Process Mini Series - The Revising Step
4. Episode 161: Writing Process Mini Series - The Editing Step
5. Episode 162: Writing Process Mini Series - The Publishing Step

Resources Helpful in Today's Episode:

• FREE Guide for Planning Writing Units

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Editing is where students refine their writing, but it can often feel overwhelming. In this episode, we’ll talk about breaking editing into simple steps and making it fun for elementary students.

SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:  https://sharedteaching.com/editing-strategies-for-students/

In Today's Episode We'll Talk About:

• How to introduce editing in an age-appropriate way
• Focusing on one editing skill at a time
• Self-check strategies
• Fun ways to practice capitalization, punctuation, and spelling
• Making editing a routine part of writing

Resources Helpful in Today's Episode:

• FREE Guide for Planning Writing Units
• Episode 45 - Editing and Revising Teaching Methods

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Revising isn’t just about fixing mistakes—it’s about making writing clearer and more interesting! In this episode, we’ll explore easy ways to teach revision, even to young writers, and help students see it as a natural part of the writing process.

SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK: https://sharedteaching.com/teaching-revising-skills-to-elementary-students/

In Today's Episode We'll Talk About:

• The difference between revising and editing
• How to teach students to add details and clarify ideas
• Peer discussions and feedback strategies
• A simple revision checklist for young writers
• Encouraging a growth mindset during revision

Resources Helpful in Today's Episode:

• FREE Guide for Planning Writing Units
• Episode 45 - Editing and Revising Teaching Methods

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Writing can be intimidating for young learners, especially when they worry about spelling or making mistakes. In this episode, we’ll discuss ways to create a low-pressure writing environment that encourages creativity and confidence.

SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:  https://sharedteaching.com/getting-students-to-write/

In Today's Episode We'll Talk About:

• How to help students write without fear of mistakes
• Strategies for encouraging reluctant writers
• The role of sentence starters and writing models in building confidence
• What the writing step used to look like in my 2nd grade classroom

Resources Helpful in Today's Episode:

• FREE Guide for Planning Writing Units
• Letter and Card Writing Centers
• Student Year Long Writing Goals

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Planning is the foundation of strong writing, but many young students struggle with getting started. In this episode, we’ll explore simple strategies to help first and second graders generate ideas and organize their thoughts before writing.

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In Today's Episode We'll Talk About:

• Why planning is essential for young writers
• Different types of planning (brainstorming, graphic organizers, drawing)
• Easy strategies to help students get ideas on paper
• Scaffolding techniques for struggling writers
• A simple planning routine to implement in your classroom

Resources Helpful in Today's Episode:

• FREE Guide for Planning Writing Units
• Episode 137:  Writing Tip Wednesday:  Planning Personal Narratives with a Circle Map
• Episode 138: Writing Tip Wednesday: Personal Narrative Heart Map
• Episode 70:  Teaching the 5 Step Writing Process

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When it comes to wanting to improve student writing, it really comes down to having our students practice more. But how do we get them to do that when they hate writing or find it boring?

SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:  https://sharedteaching.com/improve-student-writing/

In Today's Episode, We'll Talk About:

• Free writing and how it benefits our students
• Adding more writing across content areas
• Incorporating writing centers

Resources Helpful in Today's Episode:

• Episode 115:  Teaching Writing Across Content Areas
• Episode 82:  Word Study Activities in My Second Grade Classroom
• Letter and Card Writing Centers

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Welcome back to the new year and another Writing Tip Wednesday episode! Understanding the writing process is crucial for the writing development of our students. One of the most important things we should be teaching our students is the steps of the writing process. I feel it’s important for them to see what’s coming up so they can begin to understand writing is a process, just like math or science have a process.

SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:  https://sharedteaching.com/steps-of-the-writing-process/

In Today's Episode We'll Talk About:

• The importance of teaching different plans
• Common mistakes during the writing step of the writing process
• When to teach revision
• The non-negotiable all second grade teachers should require
• When to publish a piece

Join me at the FREE Educate & Rejuvenate Winter Conference through January 10, 2025 - https://bit.ly/ERwinter

Resources Helpful with This Episode:

• FREE Guide for Planning Writing Units
• Episode 137:  Writing Tip Wednesday:  Planning Personal Narratives with a Circle Map
• Episode 138: Writing Tip Wednesday: Personal Narrative Heart Map
• Episode 70:  Teaching the 5 Step Writing Process
• Episode 52:  3 Steps to Planning Out Your Writing Mini Lessons
• Episode 128:  Writing Tip Wednesday:  Sounding Out Words

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Returning from a two week winter break can be challenging on the best teachers and students. Both are probably feeling like they are not ready to be back! After the break is the perfect time to revisit your classroom management plan and make some tweaks. 

SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:  https://sharedteaching.com/revising-classroom-management/

In today's episode we'll talk about:

• Things not working in my classroom (2021)
• What IS working for me
• Creating a new rewards system

Resources Helpful with Today's Episode:

• CLASSroom Management Adventure Course
• The Daily Five

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Welcome to another episode of Writing Tip Wednesday! Playing games in the classroom isn’t just fun—it’s a powerful way to help students remember and apply new information! In this episode, we’ll explore engaging activities that make teaching fact vs. opinion and opinion writing a breeze. From a simple "Would You Rather" game to a creative twist on Go Fish, these ideas will get your students excited to share their thoughts and identify facts in no time.
 
SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:  https://sharedteaching.com/teaching-fact-vs-opinion/

In Today's Episode We'll Talk About:

• Why games are effective teaching tools
• Step-by-step ideas for teaching fact vs. opinion
• Creative ways to keep students engaged and excited about learning

Don’t miss this episode packed with practical, low-prep strategies to transform your classroom!

Join me at the FREE Educate & Rejuvenate Winter Conference December 30, 2024 - https://bit.ly/ERwinter

Resources Helpful with This Episode:

• FREE Guide for Planning Writing Units

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Welcome to another episode of Writing Tip Wednesday! Do you feel like your students are getting bored of writing? The holidays are the perfect time to take a short break from your regular lessons and do something to get your students more engaged with writing.

SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:  https://sharedteaching.com/improve-writing-engagement/

In Today's Episode We'll Talk About:

• Holiday Themed Mad Libs
• Student Relay Writing
• Shared Report Writing

Join me at the FREE Educate & Rejuvenate Winter Conference December 2024 - https://bit.ly/ERwinter

Resources Helpful with This Episode:

• FREE Guide for Planning Writing Units

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