Session I

Building a strong foundation For writing involves starting early with our youngest learners, no matter their skill level. From pictorial representations and oral storytelling to sentence starters and beginning paragraphs, each writing experience can provide with the practice and opportunity to develop foundational skills needed for success. Learn how to use cordless picture books, hands-on punctuation, video shorts, and more with your elementary students and make writing fun, engaging, and effective.

Session II

Writing is a necessity in education, regardless of the subjects area, but it doesn’t;t have to be tedious or dull. In fact, real authentic writing engagements are anything but boring! Successful writers aren’t built from scripts or ready-made prompts; instead, they are nurtured and encouraged through real world writing tasks and engagements. Building a classroom community of writers through engagements that capitalize on student interest and motivation while igniting a passion for literacy can help…