What does the optimum Writing-to-Read kindergarten look like and how is it organized?
How do we create a culture of motivated kid writer?
Why does efficient handwriting matter?
How do we design more authentic, intentional, and systematic writing experiences that engage children’s hearts and minds?
These are a few of the topics we will explore through this engaging multi-media presentation with practical “hands-on” learning. Join us and experience two delightful writing-to-read kindergarten classrooms. Leave with dozens of easy-to-implement activities that accelerate literacy! Our beautiful literacy manual has everything you need to take these proven practices back to your kindergarten.
In just one day, you will learn:
- Kindergarten-Friendly Handwriting strategies—and why handwriting matters!
- Best practices for Phonics and Word Work Centers: Explore the most effective manipulative word work activities: creating, purchasing, and using them.
- Multisensory ABC and Phonics Immersion Strategies that build fluency with high-frequency “heart words”.
- How to organize and introduce our favorite Independent Writing Centers. You will leave with actual templates, photo essays, and blackline masters needed to create your own Independent Writing Totes.
- How to help children make three kinds of "Really Cool Books." You will make samples of these books.
- How to create “Kid Writing” journals, science journals, and set up the News Story Center.
- Simple ways to honor writers: From impromptu celebrations to “sitting in the author’s chair!”
- Practical and engaging ways to involve Parents as Partners in providing drawing and writing activities at home.
- Simple assessment practices that work!
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We Can Write Nonsense Words Video
