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Everyone has an opinion, even elementary students. Use that to your advantage and learn how to teach opinion writing in first grade and kindergarten! Let’s take a look: If you’ve ever offered a tray of cookies to a classroom full of elementary students you know they each have an opinion. Some insist on the chocolate chip cookie while others really… Read More
You’re ready to tackle new genres of writing with your students but you’re not sure where to begin. Let’s dive in and find out exactly how to teach informational writing to children! Imagine your principal walking in to observe your classroom and seeing your students actively engaged in research. The room is abuzz with learning! Children sitting together at the… Read More
Have your students mastered the art of writing a sentence? If so, you’re probably ready to move on to more complex writing ideas. The best place to start is with procedural writing, otherwise known as how to writing for kids! What Is How To Writing? How to writing is another name for procedural writing and in a nutshell, it’s when… Read More
Are you looking for some teaching ideas and creative writing activities for your elementary writing workshop or literacy centers? This list of 45 kindergarten and first-grade fall writing prompts is sure to get the kids in your classroom engaged and excited to write! Fall Writing Prompts – Labeling One of the first genres of writing for kindergarten and first grade… Read More
Are you looking for some new winter writing activities? No matter whether you’re teaching remotely or face to face, one thing is certain. Kids are fascinated by snow and ice! Take a look at how I get my kids excited to write reports with these printable and digital winter activities. I don’t know about you, but I sure have a… Read More
The holidays are fast approaching as you turn the calendar to December! Now is the time to get your students excited about writing with some fun and easy December writing prompts. Take a look at these 25 holiday writing prompts for kindergarten and first grade. December Writing Prompts – Holiday Traditions 1.Make a list of your favorite toys – bring… Read More
