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FIVE Fun Writing Activities for Back to School
FIVE Fun Writing Activities for Back to School

The beginning of the school year is such a crucial time to hook students into writing. It is also a crucial time to get them “warmed up” after the summer break. Writing not only facilitates the process of establishing effective writing habits in the classroom, but it also begins the process of developing a writing community that will become a valuable tool during writing workshop throughout the school year.

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Creative Writing, FREEBIES, Writing AssignmentsMeredith Dobbswriting prompts, creative writing, fun writing, back to schoolComment
Online or In School: 5 Writing Activities for B2S That Don't STINK!
Online or In School: 5 Writing Activities for B2S That Don't STINK!

We wanted to come together as a team of teachers to share some new ideas that are creative, important, and FUN for students. The goal is to hook students right at the beginning of the year so that they begin to build comfort and confidence as writers in your class.

Here are FIVE Writing Activities for B2S that Don’t Stink!

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Creative Writing, Best Practices, Distance Learning, Reading & Writing, Writing Assignments, Writing WorkshopMeredith DobbsBack to School Writing, back to school, writing prompt, creative activities, creative writingComment
9 Ways to Get Secondary Students to Enjoy Writing
9 Ways to Get Secondary Students to Enjoy Writing

How can teachers help older students enjoy writing? Negativity and reluctance is a mindset that is established early on. However, in middle and high school, certain teaching approaches and strategies can help to change the way students view themselves as writers. Create a positive writing culture and maintain it through the year. These nine approaches can help.

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Assessing Writing, Best Practices, Differentiating Writing, FREEBIES, Philosophies on Writing, Writing Assignments, Editing & RevisionMelissa Krusewriting lessons, enjoy writing, writing activities, best practices, writing culture, struggling writers, reluctant writers, writing approaches, differentiation, assessing writing, back to schoolComment