more on generating writing ideas.

by Ruth Ayres

Like Stacey, I think it’s imperative that kids have lists in their notebooks about writing ideas.  I think one of the most powerful lessons we can give students in regards to finding writing ideas… Read More →

They can never say that they don’t know what to write about anymore!

by Stacey Shubitz

Sample List Originally uploaded by teachergal Encourage your students to keep a list of things they can write about in their writer’s notebooks (an idea I took from The No-Nonsense Guide to Teaching… Read More →

Take a new teacher by the hand and PAY IT FORWARD!

by Stacey Shubitz

Pay it forward! It wasn’t just a movie and it’s not just an expression in my world. Those three little words are ones I try to live by at work, on the open… Read More →