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Writing Apr 2, 2010

Using Music to Develop Authentic Voice

Music creates the passion, commitment, and authentic voice that we want to see in our students' writing. Connecting to student experience with their own music can…

Writing Dec 20, 2009

How to Teach Rhetorical Stance

Students need to practice the elements of rhetorical stance to improve their writing. This article provides clear definitions and a great sample lesson with useful links…

Writing Dec 19, 2009

How to Develop Voice in Student Writing

For students to develop voice, they need to practice voice in specific teacher-directed writing assignments. Here are 13 teaching tips to help students find their own…

Reading Jul 15, 2009

Twelve Tips to Teach the Reading-Writing Connection

Educators often talk about the reading-writing connection. Teaching reading and writing strategies concurrently allows teachers to “kill two birds with one stone.” The following twelve techniques…

Writing Feb 18, 2009

How to Teach the Writing Domains (Genres)

Teaching the writing domains (genres) and rhetorical stance are two essential lessons for developing young writers. Without this information, Johnny will continue to write wonderful stories…