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

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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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Welcome back to Writing Tip Wednesday! Learn the 4 main components to include in every writing mini lesson.

SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:  https://sharedteaching.com/writing-mini-lessons/

In Today's Episode We'll Talk About:

• What is a mini lesson
• The structure of a mini lesson
• The 4 main components needed in every lesson

Related Podcast Episodes:

• Episode 121: Keep Mini Lessons Mini
• Episode 52:  3 Steps to Planning Your Writing Mini Lessons
• Episode 40:  Writing Mini Lessons You Must Not Skip

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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In this episode, we will be learning how to create a system for our teacher report card comments. Systems in our classrooms help us reduce stress and save time. Best of all, they are repeatable year after year.

SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:  https://sharedteaching.com/teacher-report-card-comments/

In today's episode we'll talk about:

• My 3 step report card system
• Helpful tips
• How to structure report card comments
• Report card examples for meeting, approaching, and below grade level

Resources Helpful with Today's Episode:

• FREE ticket for the Educate & Rejuvenate Winter Conference
• Episode 108:  First Year Teacher Advice:  Winter Edition
• Parent Guides for Kindergarten, First, Second, or Third Grade

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Welcome back to Writing Tip Wednesday! Engage your students in opinion writing with teaching them how to write reviews!

SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:  https://sharedteaching.com/teach-writing-reviews/

In Today’s Episode We’ll Talk About:

• Why Teach Reviews
• Types of Reviews to Teach
• What to Include in a Review
• Encouraging Creativity
• Using Mentor Texts

Related Podcast Episodes:

• Episode 56:  How to Teach Opinion Writing
• Episode 57:  Essential Opinion Writing Anchor Charts
• Episode 62:  My Favorite Opinion Writing Mentor Texts
• Episode 146:  Teaching Opinion Writing

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

Resources Helpful with This Episode:

• FREE K-3 Writing Skills Progression, perfect for getting started with your writing pre-assessment, here or by clicking above, https://sharedteaching.com/writing-skills-progression/
• Second Grade Opinion Writing Unit

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Join us in this inspiring episode as we dive into the world of culturally responsive teaching with Dr. Deonna Smith, author of Rooted in Joy: Creating a Classroom Culture of Equity, Belonging, and Care. Dr. Smith shares practical strategies to create inclusive, equitable, and joyful classrooms where every student feels seen, valued, and supported.

In today’s episode, we’ll talk about:

• What culturally responsive teaching is and why it’s simply just good teaching.
• How to honor and respond to students’ diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Common pitfalls to avoid when celebrating different cultures in the classroom.
• Ways to engage families and build community through cultural awareness.
• Incorporating joy and social-emotional learning into your teaching practice.
• Dr. Smith’s 4-part framework for creating joyful, inclusive schools.

SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:  https://sharedteaching.com/culturally-responsive-teaching-strategies/

Don’t miss this thoughtful conversation packed with actionable advice to transform your classroom into a space of belonging and success. Plus, stick around for Dr. Smith’s tips on scheduling joy and her special FREE resource for listeners!

📢 Connect with Dr. Deonna Smith:

• Free Joy Freebie
• Instagram: @deonnasmith
• Book: Rooted in Joy
• Website: Deonna Smith Consulting
• YouTube: That's Just Good Teaching

Let’s bring more joy and equity into our classrooms—tune in now!

Listen to Dr. Smith's previous Shared Teaching podcast episode

• Episode 101:  Finding Sustainable Joy in the Classroom

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Welcome back to Writing Tip Wednesday! In today’s episode, we’re further exploring teaching opinion writing in first and second grade. While teaching how to structure opinions can be made fun through acronyms like oreo, sometimes it can also confuse students.

SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:  https://sharedteaching.com/opinion-writing-oreo/

In Today’s Episode We’ll Talk About:

• Alternative Ways to Support an Opinion
• Writing with Audience in Mind
• Connecting Ideas with Transitions
• Encouraging Creativity
• Using Mentor Texts

Related Podcast Episodes:

• Episode 56:  How to Teach Opinion Writing
• Episode 57:  Essential Opinion Writing Anchor Charts
• Episode 62:  My Favorite Opinion Writing Mentor Texts
• Episode 146:  Teaching Opinion Writing

Resources Helpful with This Episode:

• FREE K-3 Writing Skills Progression, perfect for getting started with your writing pre-assessment, here or by clicking above, https://sharedteaching.com/writing-skills-progression/
• Second Grade Opinion Writing Unit

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