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Getting Students to Write- Helping Elementary and Middle School teachers improve student writing.

Melissa Morrison, Elementary, Middle School Writing Consultant, Literacy Coach
Writing Instruction
Teaching Writing
Student-Centered Learning
Student Engagement
Mentor Texts
Peer Feedback
Teaching Strategies
K-8 Education
Research-Decide-Teach Conference
Growth Mindset In Writing
Growth Mindset
Classroom Environment
Read Aloud
Student Writing
Lucy Calkins
Education
The Performance Paradox
Teachers College Reading and Writing Project
Graphic Organizers
Expectations In Education

Are you a K-8 Elementary or Middle School ELA teacher wondering how to get your students to write? This podcast is for teachers looking for a way to revamp and transform their writing time! You don't need daily lesson plans or prompts-you just need to understand what writers need! In this inspiring podcast, you will hear about the struggles, pitfalls, practices, and joy of teaching writing in a st... more

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Latest Episodes

In almost every classroom where independent writing time is implemented for the first time, the same few issues seem to occur with a few writers.

This episode tackles what to do when:

• writers are lacking engagement

• there are just too many paper... more

Listen in to a thought-provoking discussion with literacy consultant extraordinaire, Pat Pollock.

Pat shares a multitude of thoughts and ideas about teaching writing effectively by lifting up students as writers. Pat also helps us to look at the Wri... more

The Independent Writing Series continues with lessons that will support all writers in this beginning phase.

In this episode, Melissa shares a variety of lessons for all grade levels that will help writers to build their independence during writing ... more

Part 2 shares valuable advice for teachers who lack a robust curriculum for writing instruction as well as Maggie Robert's new book (with co-author Melanie Meehan)!

Kate and Maggie share the importance of teachers engaging in their own writing, find... more

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Recent Guests

Patricia Pollack
Experienced educator, former classroom teacher, administrator, and literacy consultant
Episode: Exploring "The Writing Rope" with Pat Pollack
Kate Roberts
Co-author and educator focusing on writing instruction
Corwin
Episode: Honoring Joy, Skill and Purpose in Writing with Kate and Maggie Roberts Pt 2
Trevor Bryan
Art teacher with a passion for cross-curricular work, focusing on the combination of arts and literacy in education.
Episode: Episode 128 Narrative Know-How with Trevor Bryan
Matt Glover
Elementary educator and author focusing on early writing development
Consultant, Author, Professor
Episode: Episode 126 The Ins and Outs of Language Composition with Matt Glover
Christine Devane
Author focused on children's literature that addresses shy children
Independent Author
Episode: Episode 124 Nurturing All Writers with Author Christine Devane
Leah Thomas
Educator with experience teaching kindergarten and second grade
Kirkwood School District, Missouri
Episode: Episode 117 Writer's Identity as a Fuel for Growth with Leah Thomas
Melanie Meehan
Writing and Social Studies Coordinator at Simsbury Public Schools, and author passionate about teaching writing to kids.
Simsbury Public Schools
Episode: Episode 115 The Heart of Teaching Writing with Melanie Meehan
Carl Anderson
An educator, literacy consultant, and author passionate about teaching writing.
Episode: Episode 112 Fantasy for the Win with Carl Anderson Pt 1
Zeba McGibbon
A kindergarten teacher with 11 years of experience in K-3 education.
The Kindergarten Cafe
Episode: Episode 110 All Things Kinder with Zeba McGibbon

Host

Melissa Morrison
Host passionate about helping teachers improve writing instruction, providing practical strategies and insights for K-8 educators.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Well worth your time!

    Melissa is a wealth of knowledge about teaching students to write effectively.

    Her clear, accurate presentation of ideas, strategies, and research related to writing instruction is practical and actionable in the classroom. I HIGHLY recommend learning from and with Melissa!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EdConsult Solutions
    United States8 months ago
  • Great Strategies

    This podcast is FULL of great tips for teaching writing. Anyone who teaches writing should listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kindergarten cafe
    United States8 months ago
  • Best strategies and support

    Melissa provides the best strategies to improve my writing instruction. She makes it easy to understand and I can take action the next day in my classroom. She provides the support teachers need to succeed and thrive in writing instruction. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Annotated ELA
    United States2 years ago
  • Love her passion!!!

    This podcast gives me the tools and mindset to help show my student how to write. She is so passionate in supporting us teachers with pratical tips and strategies to get students to write. I love that she adds in episodes on mindset, as well, Because being a teacher in the classroom can be hard... but Melissa makes it feel so possible. Thank you so much! Robbin Kent - Online Courses Made Easy

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robbin Kent | Course Creation
    United States2 years ago
  • So helpful!

    I have been wanting to make a change with my writing instruction and this podcast has been such a huge help! Melissa makes it easy to understand!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dede327
    United States2 years ago

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Many listeners express gratitude for the supportive and encouraging approach to teaching writing, with comments highlighting the transformative effect Melissa's tips can have on classroom practices.
The content is frequently described as practical and easy to implement, resonating with educators eager to improve their writing instruction.
Listeners appreciate the wealth of knowledge and actionable strategies that Melissa provides, finding her guidance on teaching writing to be incredibly helpful.

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Episode 128 Narrative Know-How with Trevor Bryan
Q: Could you tell us a little bit quickly about Best Helper?
The story is always going to be about the mood change, and that mood change is often influenced by a helper character.
Episode 128 Narrative Know-How with Trevor Bryan
Q: How would teachers be able to take that work for reading comprehension and turn it into work with our early writers?
There's not a big difference between what we see in a picture or what we see in writing. It's the same information, it's just a different symbol system.
Episode 115 The Heart of Teaching Writing with Melanie Meehan
Q: What has brought you into the world of writing and wanting to write books?
Melanie shares how she serendipitously started writing for Two Writing Teachers, leading to her first book, Every Child Can Write, inspired by her dual passion for teaching and writing.
Episode 110 All Things Kinder with Zeba McGibbon
Q: How can teachers help students who are overly concerned with making mistakes?
It's essential to create an environment where mistakes are seen as learning opportunities and to provide tools to help students feel secure.
Episode 110 All Things Kinder with Zeba McGibbon
Q: What role does social-emotional learning play in writing instruction?
SEL is critical as it helps develop impulse control and confidence needed for students to write effectively.

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Aimed at K-8 educators, this podcast offers practical strategies and insights into effective writing instruction, emphasizing the importance of a student-centered approach. The content revolves around transforming teaching methodologies from traditional, product-oriented models to more authentic, process-based practices that empower students as writers. Listeners can expect to learn how to create engaging writing environments, address diverse student needs, and implement actionable techniques that enhance students' writing skills. Each episode features Melissa's expertise and passion for fostering an inclusive and supportive atmosphere for young writers, ensuring that teachers leave with concrete advice they can apply in their classrooms im... more

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