Thursday, December 21, 2006

READ THIS BOOK and teach kids to write.

Teaching Writing in the Inclusive Classroom: Strategies and Skills for All Students, Grades 6 - 12

My book is now out and wow Katie and I are very excited. It is available at Amazon at a pre-publication discount but I have no idea how long that will last.

Teaching Writing in the Inclusive Classroom: Strategies and Skills for All Students, Grades 6 - 12

Teaching Writing in the Inclusive Classroom offers teachers in grades 6-12 everything they need to help all students develop basic writing skills, relate writing to real-life tasks, and explore writing as a creative and enjoyable practice. Filled with fifty engaging activities, this hands-on resource is an important and valuable tool that can supplement any teacher's approach to writing instruction. Teaching Writing in the Inclusive Classroom offers strategies based on the proven TIP Writing Process that is designed to individualize the writing process by focusing on the specific needs of each student within the classroom.

Editorial Reviews
Review
"A very teacher-friendly guide to teaching writing . . . give teachers ample ways to entice students into sharing their own stories and experiences."--Donna Ogle, Ed.D., professor, National-Louis University and past president, International Reading Association

"Throughout this book, teachers are encouraged to clarify their own beliefs about the writing process as well as belief in the potential of each child to find their own unique 'voice' through writing."--Beverly Otto, Ph.D., professor, teacher education and author, Language Development in Early Childhood

"A must-have for any individual interested in providing access to appropriate educational opportunities for all students, especially for students who struggle with academics."--Peggy A. Duran-Klenclo, M.Ed., J.D, coordinator, student support services, Region 17 Education Service Center,

Lubbock , Texas

"Contains practical approaches for teaching our students to become better writers . . . I wholeheartedly recommend this book."--Melvina Adams, literacy teacher,

Chase Elementary School , Chicago . Illinois

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