Every year, at the beginning of the year, we ask our new students to write an essay. We give them texts, a planning sheet, and time. We do not provide any information so we can see where their writing skills lie. The trouble with this is that students are performing at so many different levels.…
After state testing is done, the age-old question is "What do we do now?" I have 3 tried and true ideas that have served me well with my middle schoolers year after year. 1. Conduct a Novel Study This one is pretty easy to implement. Choose an engaging novel, determine the focus (for …
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You know what I do when I have just two weeks left before the state writing test? 1. Give An Essay Writing Checkup Although I have prior essays and other essay work, I need a snapshot of my classes so I can pinpoint some specific skills. If I can determine the biggest challenges overall, then…
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Every year we take a state essay writing test. Obviously, we will want to review but what are the best ways to prep for an essay test? It's not necessarily all that easy -- or is it? Here are my Top 3 Essay Prep Ideas for Middle School: 1. The Essay Challenge Students are given a prompt, …