How To Teach Writing: 3 Key Principles
We all know how important writing skills are, and we know that the average young American struggles to write well. But what’s the solution? How do we turn things around? I believe the answer is simple in theory. The challenge lies in the implementation. Producing strong writers requires the following three principles: Practice. Writing is more like learning a musical …
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Writing Prompt: Cartoon Eulogy
I admit it: I have always hated the Road Runner. Even as a child, my sympathies lay with Wile E. …
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Hoity-Toity or Hoi Polloi?
The term hoi polloi comes from the Greek and means “the many” or “the majority” and is commonly used to …
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Grammar Comic #2: Ancient Grammar Police
The last grammar comic was so popular, I figured I’d offer another. ***** Like this article? Please consider sharing it …
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Comic: English Teacher Gone Bad
I’m on the road and have little time for blogging, so I thought I’d just pass along this comic my …
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