Show and Tell and WRITE - Beginner Writer's Workshop

A fun and relaxed class that encourages new writers to practice their skills. Learners will get to know one another in this ongoing class and form a community of new writers! 

Each session will begin with show and tell based on a weekly theme. Learners will tell us about what they have brought to share with the group. I will encourage questions and conversation to help spark ideas for writing. 

Next, learners will participate in a shared writing with me. I will model sounding out words using phonics-based spelling, writing with correct letter formation, and using conventions including spacing, capitalization, and punctuation. 

Then, learners will begin the independent writing process. They will orally plan their writing and write about what they have brought to share. I will provide tools to support emerging writers including an alphabet chart, mini word wall, and editing checklist. I will check in and support individual writers throughout this time. 

Last, students will share what they have written with the group. The group will be encouraged to share compliments and suggestions for improvement! 

This class is best for students who have a strong knowledge of letter sounds, basic handwriting skills, and the ability to segment words into individual sounds (cat = c-a-t).  Don't hesitate to reach out if you're unsure if this is the right class for your child! 


6/20-6/26 : Someone you Love (picture)  
6/27-7/3 : Something from Nature 
7/4-7/10 : Pet or Favorite Animal (toy, stuffed animal, etc.) 
7/11-7/17 : Favorite Toy 
7/18-7/24 : Lego Creation (or another type of building material!) 
7/25-7/31 : Craft You Made 
8/1-8/7 : Favorite Movie (draw a picture about it, bring a DVD, bring a related toy, etc.)
8/8-8/14 : Something Noisy! (a song you like, a loud toy, even a pet! ) 
8/15-8/21 : A Souvenir (from a trip you took or a place you like to visit) 
8/22-8/28 : Something Cozy
*2 Week Break*
9/11-9/17 : Something From When You Were a Baby
9/18-9/25 : Somewhere You've Visited (a map, souvenir, postcard, drawing, etc.)
9/26-10/2 : Something you Wear (costume, sports uniform, pajamas, favorite shirt)
10/3-10/9 : Something related to your Hobbies 
10/10-10/16 : Something from a Favorite Place 
10/17-10/23 : Something Musical 
10/24-10/31 : Favorite Book Series 
11/1-11/7 : Something You Built/Made
11/8-11/14 : Favorite Food
11/15-11/21 : Favorite Animal (Bring a drawing, toy, related book, etc.)
11/28-12/4 : Something You Love
*2 Week Break*

Future weeks to be determined based on student interests :)