Chapter 1

I have enjoyed and learned many things from other works by Reggie Routman so I was eager to be included in this book study. Little did I know that I would have to be techie to participate. Hopefully, I can make it through. The subtitle on page 5 "Simplify Teaching and Increase Results and Enjoyment" certainly caught my attention. What teacher doesn't wish for this! I agree with her statement "If all of our students are to become successful writers, then from the day they enter school they-and we-must see the process as doable, manageable, and enjoyable." What a task! This chapter has lots of necessary back ground information to make writing great in any classroom at any grade. The learning model of demonstration, guided practice and independent work is true of all subjects, but looks very different in writing. I am hoping that using this book as a guide, I will enjoy teaching writing more and my students will blossom into the fantastic writers that Reggie highlights in her book. ok Time to get started.