Are you ready to make writing the most popular part of your day and reach the writers who need you most? Writing is a critical skill that impacts every subject, and for struggling students, it can often feel overwhelming and unattainable. In this session, we’ll dive into wicked good strategies to help all third through fifth-grade students, especially those who find writing a challenge, build strong skills and confidence.
Whether you're teaching science, social studies, or even math, you’ll discover how to implement effective writing structures that actively engage students, promote growth, and provide the support your struggling writers need to succeed.
We’ll cover:
- Proven frameworks to simplify and structure writing instruction, ensuring every student has a path to success
- Targeted strategies to boost confidence and independence in struggling writers
- Creative, time-saving ways to integrate writing into any subject area
By the end of this session, you’ll have a flexible toolkit of effective approaches to make writing instruction impactful and accessible for all learners. It’s time to defy the gravity of writing challenges and help your students—especially the ones who need it most—soar to new heights!
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.3.5
With guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, and editing.
4th Grade
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.4.5
With guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, and editing.
5th Grade
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.5.5
With guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, and rewriting, or trying a new approach.
Graham, S., & Hebert, M. (2011). Writing to read: A meta-analysis of the impact of writing and writing instruction on reading. Harvard Educational Review, 81(4), 710-744.
Sedita, J. (2019). The Writing Rope: The Strands That Are Woven into Skilled Writing. Keys to Literacy.
Sedita, J. (2022). The Writing Rope: A Framework for Explicit Writing Instruction in All Subjects. Brookes Publishing.