by Ralph Fletcher and JoAnn Portalupi

(K-8)
There is no substitute for actually seeing master teachers put ideas about teaching writing into practice with real kids. This video does just that.

The tapes cover all the practical components necessary for establishing and implementing a successful writing workshop, including the importance of choice, creating a risk-taking community, the difference between skills and craft, the writer`s notebook, the writing conference, revision, the role of literature, and much more. When used in conjunction with the authors` books, Craft Lessons and Nonfiction Craft Lessons, these videotapes provide a powerful resource on how to teach writing.
(K-8) Four 30-minute videos and Discussion Guide

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