5 Engaging October Writing Prompts in a Snap!

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It’s October, which means it’s time for some spooky, fun, and autumn-themed writing prompts! These prompts are perfect for getting students excited about writing, and they’re also great for building some important literacy skills. So, without further ado, let’s get into the prompts! For convenience, each of the prompts can be used right away. Simply […]

How to Teach Writing a Complete Sentence to Elementary Students

How to write a complete sentence.

Do your students know the difference between a fragment and a complete sentence? If not, don’t worry! Teaching the skill of writing a complete sentence to elementary students is easier than you think.  In this blog post, I’ll give you a rundown of what a sentence is, how to write one, and some tips for […]

Autumn Writing Prompts that Elementary Students Actually Enjoy and Embrace

Autumn writing prompts that students actually enjoy and engage with.

The leaves are changing color, the air is getting cooler, and pumpkin spice everything is back on store shelves. That can only mean one thing—it’s time for some autumn writing prompts! Here are 30 ideas to get your students’ creative juices flowing as they write about all things fall-themed. Weekly Paragraphs with Autumn Writing Prompts […]

Writing Prompts for Fall and Why They’re Key to Student Growth

Writing prompts for fall.

It’s that time of year again! The leaves are changing color, the air is getting crisp, and pumpkin spice is in the air. As autumn settles in, it’s the perfect opportunity to break out your best fall writing prompts. These three writing prompts for fall are sure to get your students’ creative juices flowing while […]

How to Teach Narrative Writing That’ll Make Your Students Beg for More

Tip on how to teach narrative writing skills.

If you’ve ever had the misfortune of having to sit through a boring story, you know how important it is to teach narrative writing skills to develop storytelling skills.  A good storyteller can make even the most mundane events sound exciting.  On the other hand, a bad storyteller can make even the most exciting events […]

Student Writing Folders that Amp Up Student Writing Success Now

Student writing folders to amp up writing success.

If you’re looking for a way to keep all of your students’ writing reference pages organized and accessible, student writing folders are the way to go! Not only do they help keep things tidy, but they also provide a quick reference for students during the writing process. This can be a huge time-saver, especially when […]

A Smiley Face Writing Craft Rocking an 80’s Vibe Now

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What’s the key to getting students engaged in writing? A smiley face writing, of course! At least, that’s what I think here at The Teaching Q Writing. I believe smiley faces are the perfect way to get students pumped up about writing. Why? Well, first of all, they’re just so darn cute. Who can resist […]

Setting Up a Writing Center in 3 Easy Steps

3 Easy students to set up writing folders.

Welcome to the wonderful world of setting up a writing center for your elementary students! In just three quick and easy steps, you’ll be on your way to having a fully functioning writing center that your students will love. So let’s get started, shall we? Step 1- Writing Center Organization The first step is to […]