Good Writing is Good Writing, Even AP Style Writing
Teaching AP English, whether it’s Language or Literature, is an intimidating experience. The texts are more challenging, there is a…
Teaching Writing
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The 7-Day Writing Lesson Plan Perfect for Awkward Calendar Gaps
Every English teacher has faced those awkward 5–7 days that don’t fit neatly into their semester plan. Too short for…
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How to Teach Business Letter Format (When Students Have Nothing to Say)
English teachers can rattle off the Common Core’s three primary writing types without hesitation: argument, informative/explanatory text, and narrative. If…
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This Writing Activity Got Our Reluctant Students to Write More Than 10 Sentences
Assigning a writing activity in September brings a big thudding halt to whatever momentum you’ve managed to create through several…
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9 Ideas for Quick but Meaningful Writing Activities for Students
One of the roadblocks to teaching writing as often as we should is the sheer time commitment it involves. We…
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8 Strategies for Teaching Writing That Get Results
Let’s be honest: the writing process is MESSY. Good writing requires patience, time and effort, trial and error, ugly first…
