The Resourceful Writing Teacher: A Handbook of Essential Skills and Strategies
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| Rating | : | 4.92 (558 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0325009473 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 272 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-02-14 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Its teaching and learning strategies are understandable, accessible, and ready to implement. Bender establishes the specific teaching practices that help writers in grades 3-8 develop, giving you precise suggestions for minilessons, conferences, small-group strategy lessons, and shares. This book will be a cherished teaching companion for every teacher lucky enough to hold it. -Lucy CalkinsThe Resourceful Writing Teacher answers the need for a handbook on not only how to teach writing well but also what skills students need and a repertoire of strategies they can use to acquire them. Drawing on her own practice as well as the work of seminal influences, Jenny Mechem Bender presents a hands-on reference for maximizing every minute of writing instruc
"Three Stars" according to Zoya Mohammed. Quite pricey, but it's very, very helpful if you are a teacher!
About the Author Jenny Mechem Bender is the author of The Resourceful Writing Teacher (2007). For the past several years, she has been a staff developer with the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project, where she works with teachers in K - 8 classrooms, helping them acquire and hone the skills they need to lead effective reading and writing workshops. Jenny also trains literacy coaches and leads workshops and study groups for educators around the country. She taught both 2nd grade and 7th grade literacy in New York City public schools.
Jenny Mechem Bender is the author of The Resourceful Writing Teacher (2007). For the past several years, she has been a staff developer with the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project, where she works with teachers in K - 8 classrooms, helping them acquire and hone the skills they need to lead effective reading and writing workshops. Jenny also trains literacy coaches and leads workshops and study groups for