Podcast - Amanda Write Now

Launching Writing Workshop: The First 14 Days

Sep 5, 2017

This article outlines exactly what I did to launch both reading and writing workshop in my classroom. If you are an English teacher wanting to teach using the writing and reading workshop model, then this post is exactly what you’ve been looking for! You’ll find my exact lesson outline for 14 total school days. Students will get to know each other, you’ll build a writing community and begin teaching workshop routines in a matter of 14 days.

The Ultimate Writing Workshop Routines Guide

Jul 17, 2017

Every teacher on the planet knows that the first weeks of school are all about routines, routines, routines and more routines. But, over time so...

10 Best YouTube Channels for Writing Teachers

Jun 9, 2017

Ever spend hours looking for YouTube videos to teach writing? Youtube channels for writing teachers are hard to find! YouTube is an incredible...

5 Worst Research Habits Kids Have and How to Fix Them

Mar 22, 2017

Researching online is easier than ever. But, thoughtlessness is easier than ever too! Classrooms are transforming. They are spending more and more...

Teach Argumentative Writing Through Video

Feb 2, 2017

Students are glued to their media...YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat are the top apps used by secondary kids. As educators our job is to...

Why You’re Probably Teaching Information Writing WRONG

Nov 4, 2016

Most secondary teachers I know, wonderful teachers who are friends of mine by the way, teach information/expository writing using essay assignments....

Realizations About Teaching Writing

Jun 28, 2016

Don't have time to read? Listen to this article instead! I've been teaching writing workshop for four years now with no formal training. Last week I...