Teaching writing elementary

Writing doesn’t have to be hard. Whenever I talk to fellow teachers about what they HATE teaching… it always seems to be writing. Why is that? I theorize that it’s because writing is very personal. There’s no cut and dry methods that work for ALL students. It is also time consuming to teach AND especially […]

These step by step simple systems show you how to begin teaching writing in the elementary grades even if you've never done it before. The blog post guides you step by step through key areas for teaching writing in the upper elementary ELA classroom. Save this pin and read the blog now.

How to Teach Descriptive Writing in Upper Elementary - Teaching with a Mountain View

Simple tips for improving writing in your second or third grade classroom. These tips are a must if you want better writers!

5 SERIOUSLY simple ways you can help students write better. Perfect for those "non-writing" teachers!

Knowing where to start with teaching narrative writing to students in 1st grade, 2nd grade, and 3rd grade can be overwhelming.

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Check out these great tips and ideas for small group writing instruction and activities, including standards-based guided writing! #teachingwriting #writinginstruction

Sentence Starters and Transitions Anchor Chart for Informational Writing! Helps Grade 1-3 students transition from their topic sentence, to points, facts, and closing. Great support for independent writing.

An Upper Elementary Collaborative blog written by 13 teachers. Includes teaching ideas and resources for grades 3, 4, and 5.

5th grade writing doesn’t have to be a struggle! This blog post provides all of my best tips and ideas for teaching your fifth graders to succeed as writers. As a veteran 5th grade teacher, I have had a lot of experience teaching all kinds of students how to improve their writing. So, you'll get my insight on the best ways to help all of your upper elementary students succeed in your writing curriculum!

Check out these 10 *actually* FUN writing activities for kids of all ages. Engaging and inspiring activities that encourage kids to get hands-on with writing!

Do you want to learn more about the TWR Writing Method? Click to learn how to EASILY teach writing explicitly!

Ready to rock teaching beginning of year writing in first grade? These early days of writing instruction must be targeted and on point. Click to learn more.

This is part of the free editing set from First Grade Wow. For kindergarten, I use it to show what they can do (smiley face in the check box) and what their newest personal challenge is (I highlight the check box). They keep it in their writing folders. It helps differentiate learning and gives each student focus. There are many other useful pages in the packet, too. All free!

Finally in First: Informative Reading and Writing and a FREEBIE

I am so excited to be ‘back in the saddle’ and teaching third grade again this year! I’ve been busily working on learning the new standards and crafting a plan that works for my new students in the fall. If you’ve followed me for any length of time, you know that my favorite two grades...Read More »

One of my favorite ways to support struggling writers in my elementary classroom is by modeling the writing process! Another great way to offer support is through the use of writing prompts, which also increases student engagement! I'm even including a great writing prompt resource for distance learning. Try these strategies, and learn about other methods you can use, when you read my post now!

Writing Interventions for Middle Schoolers that Work!!

These six upper elementary picture books are awesome for teaching older students writing strategies. From developing characters, to creating an engaging plot, I consistently use these six books to model great writing for my students. #teachingwriting #picturebooks #writingstrategies