Getting Started with 6 + 1 Trait Writing

Writing workshop routines are beginning to settle in and many of you will begin to introduce the 6 + 1 Trait writing framework. I have the mentor texts by trait lists on the G drive and will print a copy out and have available in my room. If you are looking for a resource to help you get started, check out the link below:

http://educationnorthwest.org/resource/504


Let me know if you have questions or need new ideas - I'd love to explore with you!

Great new blog just added

http://twowritingteachers.wordpress.com/
- This is a fantastic writing blog geared toward middle grade students, but easily adapted to younger kiddos.

Reading Workshop Resource

K-2 teachers...here is a super resource for learning more about reading workshop. There are videos, training modules, etc.

Even if you are a 3-5 teacher wanting to know more about reading workshop, this site explains the structure and steps for creating a workshop model in your classroom.


http://www.learner.org/workshops/readingk2/

Overcoming Failure

Here is a short video about overcoming failure...

Just a little humor to start us off...

As you start thinking about your reading plans for this year, take a look at this video on Youtube. It might get you thinking about the texts you use this year...



See you all in a few weeks!
Kathy

Beginning of the Year Read Alouds

Here is a link to a Choice Literacy article that includes many beginning of the year texts...

http://www.choiceliteracy.com/public/1213.cfm


Plus -- Bethany and I have numerous others; I'll have a good selection in a basket in my room when you return in August.