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Write a Letter to Author/Writer
A great way to learn how to be a critical thinker and reader is by writing letters to authors and writers. By doing this, you are injecting yourself and your ideas and your perspectives into the learning process. Too many readers read passively. They accept what they read. They don’t dare to disagree, ask a few questions, or challenge what is being said. For this activity, you need to write a letter to the writer/author
Writing Prompt: You See the Impossible in the Mariana Trench!
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20-Word Summaries
Providing examples of well-written summaries works well for my advanced students. However, my reluctant readers and writers often remain confused, even after seeing these models. For these students, I’ve found that writing 20-word summaries on topics connected to their prior knowledge is most effective. Here’s why: Students summarize things in their everyday lives. If I ask how their day or year has been, they naturally give a brief summary. Likewise, when asked about a movie
