Teaching writing can be challenging, but it’s a vital skill that supports students' reading and communication abilities. In this episode, we explore effective strategies to make writing instruction engaging, structured, and brain-friendly. Our guest, April Smith, shares expert insights on how to overcome common obstacles and create a thriving writing environment in your classroom.

In this episode, we'll talk about...

• What research shows us about how students actually learn to write
• The step-by-step of a perfect writing lesson in your elementary classroom
• Simple ways to overcome teachers' biggest struggles with teaching writing
• Quick tips for easy differentiation
• Proven ways to motivate students who hate writing

Tune in and discover how to transform your writing instruction to better support young learners!

Show Links

• Simplify Writing Curriculum
• April Smith's "Science of Writing Instruction" Podcast
• April Smith's "Simplify Writing" Book (Amazon link)
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