MS Instructional Coach, PhD in Literacy, Language and Learning ‘17, Former NYC Charter teacher, Interested in writing motivation, mom to three boys, she/her
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19 Nov 2024
My boys were so excited that @BRCrandall delivered their published pieces to our house! I cannot recommend @CWPFairfield enough.
19 Nov 2024
Tied Up Another Loose End Before Heading Out of Dodge for #NCTE24. You Know You're a Teacher When....Well, You Find the Way to Make Things Right cluckitycrandall.blogspot.co…
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31 Oct 2024
Reading to kids doesn't just benefit them. It's good for parents too.
Evidence: Reading regularly to children improves parenting skills, reduces stress, and builds lasting bonds.
In a distracted world, sitting together with a book is a rare occasion for undivided attention.
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26 Jun 2024
“When teachers are treated like the professionals they were trained to be, they show excellence at their schools. When they are scapegoated, or silenced, they begin to question why they chose the profession in the first place.”
Yes! @BRCrandall
26 Jun 2024
Opinion: Let's celebrate our K-12 educators @writingproject @ncte @CWPFairfield @FairfieldU ctpost.com/opinion/article/t… via @ConnPost
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13 Feb 2024
It’s time to move on from whole language v. balanced literacy v. structured literacy rhetoric. They’re indefinable terms, being done very differently in schools & camps aren’t helpful. We broadly agree on essential elements (the what), we just need more agreement on how/how much.
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15 Dec 2023
There Is Nothing Better Than the Smile of a Published Writer When They Receive Their First Publication (Thankful to @mcwalker39 for Sharing) @writingproject compitalcrandall23.blogspot.…
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10 Jun 2023
Lately, I'm left scratching my head at the way key concepts about reading instruction are explained and defined. So, I made a glossary and provided links to hopefully clear up confusion. I hope it's helpful! jenniferserravallo.com/blog/…
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22 Mar 2023
An important read: theatlantic.com/books/archiv…
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1 Oct 2022
Writing teachers take note! This book is amazing! @sonyahuber
1 Oct 2022
We're thrilled to have #NWP Writers Council member @sonyahuber along with educator @mcwalker39 for The Write Time on Oct. 4. Join us for this celebration of writers and teachers! youtu.be/k-xTNV3rK4A #nwpwritenow #elachat #engchat
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12 Aug 2022
To address the teacher shortage issue, we must address the teacher respect issue in our country. We must stop normalizing providing teachers with inadequate resources to be successful.
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24 Jul 2022
Writing isn't what you do after you have an idea. It's how you develop an inkling into an insight.
Turning thoughts into words sharpens reasoning. What's fuzzy in your head is clear on the page.
"I'm not a writer" shouldn't stop you from writing. Writing is a tool for thinking.
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23 May 2022
Being a good writer isn’t about using fancy words or complex sentences. It’s about igniting interest and communicating clearly.
Kahneman & Harari write at a 9th-10th grade level. Tolstoy 8th, Austen 7th, Hemingway 4th.
You don't need a page if it can be said in a paragraph.
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3 Jan 2022
1/3/22- started working on my small goal of writing every day. Hoping to build a habit. 🤞🏼#writeeveryday #dopeoplestillblog #idk #goals
6 Nov 2021
Gotta keep growing and reflecting.
5 Nov 2021
Many “best practices” were created for a world that no longer exists.
In the face of change, the routines that once moved you forward often become the ruts that hold you back.
No practice is ever perfect. The day you stop being open to improving is the day you start stagnating.
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2 Nov 2021
We probably don't have to tell you that today marked the beginning of #NaNoWriMo. But did you know they have stuff for young writers? ywp.nanowrimo.org/ #nwpwritenow
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5 Oct 2021
These 18 Practices are Proven Effective for Teaching Reading
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