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Two Writing Teachers Podcast

Two Writing Teachers

Since 2007, Two Writing Teachers has been a vibrant community of reflective writers. We"re excited to take our passion for teaching writing to new heights in the second season of our podcast. Join us as we explore ways to create, lead, and sustain joyful and productive writing workshops, empowering educators to help their students become competent, brave, and confident writers. Let"s make writing instruction engaging and rewarding for everyone involved!Would your company like to sponsor an episode

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39:27

The Beauty of Opinion Writing: A Digging Deeper Dialogue

Two Writing Teachers Podcast ·

2025/12/14

Opinion writing in grades K–6 is more than just persuasive essays. It lets kids express what they really think and see their ideas matter on the page. In this episode, we look at what makes opinion writing special: children sharing real opinions on topics they care about, building their sense of self, and bravely taking risks with their words. You’ll hear how opinion writing grows from simple preferences with pictures and labels to more thoughtful arguments that consider other viewpoints. We ...

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8:09

Finding Home and Building Voice with Mentor Texts: A...

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2025/12/07

In this episode, Stacey explores how picture books about moving, starting over, and making a new home—including stories of immigrants, refugees, and families in transition—can inspire and elevate students’ writing. Drawing on Rudine Sims Bishop’s work about books as mirrors and windows, she highlights three powerful titles: My Home is in My Backpack, You Are Home, and Just Say Welcome. Each book offers students opportunities to see themselves, build empathy, and practice meaningful writing cr...

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35:38

Inspire Students to Set Goals: The Writing Roundtable

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2025/11/30

This Writing Roundtable episode features Valerie Bolling discussing her book, Goal Setting in the Writing Classroom: Building Student Agency, Independence, and Success. Valerie shares what inspired her focus on writing, goal setting, and how teachers can balance guidance with student ownership. She explains how to model goal setting, teach effective strategies, and assess student progress. Valerie also addresses common challenges teachers face and offers practical solutions. This episode prov...

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29:25

Shape the Trajectory of Writing Units: A Digging...

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2025/11/23

In this episode, we explore the typical path that every writing unit follows, regardless of the curriculum. We highlight teaching strategies that work in different settings. We discuss immersion, its importance, and how to make it more beneficial for writers. We also discuss how co-creating anchor and process charts can support students, focusing on what authors do and how they do it. You'll hear tips on helping students think about their purpose and audience, guiding them through planning, d...

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5:42

Build Strong Writers with Executive Function Tools: A...

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2025/11/16

This episode explores practical executive functioning tools that support students’ writing and goal-setting success. Inspired by Valerie Bolling's book, Goal Setting in the Writing Classroom: Building Student Agency, Independence, and Success (Stenhouse Publishers, 2025), Stacey highlights seven strategies—such as making timelines, using timers, and tracking progress—that help improve organization, focus, and motivation. These tools build essential skills for writing and lifelong executive fu...

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41:48

Inspiring Writers Beyond the Classroom: A...

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2025/11/09

In this episode, Melanie talks with TWTBlog co-authors Sarah Valter and Leah Thomas about ways to infuse writing experiences in students' lives beyond classroom instruction. GO DEEPER: Finding Wider Audiences for Student Work This or That: Inspiring Writers to Learn About Themselves Extracurricular Writing Clubs Classroom Slice of Life Story Challenge ***** Thanks to our affiliate, Zencastr! Use our special link (https://zen.ai/mqsr2kHXSP2YaA1nAh2EpHl-bWR9QNvFyAQlDC3CiEk) to save ...

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7:06

Prepping for Conferences: A Tip for Tomorrow from...

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2025/11/02

GIven that many teachers are getting ready for parent/caregiver conferences, Melanie suggests five ideas for making good writing conferences even better! GO DEEPER: Genre-based Progressions Summer Writing Motivation Ways for Caregivers to Support Writers Making the Most of Conferences Finding Wider Audiences for Student Work Send us a text Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us ratings/reviews on your favorite listening platform. You may contact us directly if you want us to co...

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43:24

Explore the Power of Cognitive Writing: The Writing...

Two Writing Teachers Podcast ·

2025/10/26

My Kids Can't Write: How to Advance Achievement Through Cross-Curricular Writing, by Paul Emerich France, provides K-5 teachers with practical guidance on helping students write effectively across all subjects. It explains how to incorporate simple routines and journal-based activities to make writing a regular and manageable part of classroom life. In today's episode, we talk with Paul about how to prioritize writing throughout the school day. Paul Emerich France is a National Board Certifie...

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6:41

Consider Different Assessment Lenses: A Tip for...

Two Writing Teachers Podcast ·

2025/10/19

There are many different questions to consider when assessing students' writing. This episode suggests various lenses for deciding on next instructional steps. Send us a text Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us ratings/reviews on your favorite listening platform. You may contact us directly if you want us to consult with your school district. Melanie Meehan: meehanmelanie@gmail.com Stacey Shubitz: stacey@staceyshubitz.com Email us at contact@twowritingteachers.org for...

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35:03

Not Your Granny's Grammar: The Writing Roundtable

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2025/10/12

In this Writing Roundtable episode, Stacey and Melanie talk with Patty McGee and Tim Donohue, co-authors of Not Your Granny’s Grammar. Patty and Tim explain their research-based approaches to making grammar and writing instruction engaging and meaningful for both teachers and students. They explore the history of grammar, the power of grammar notebooks and partnerships, and how to effectively integrate grammar instruction into the school day. Patty and Tim also break down the scope and sequen...

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29:40

Bring Choice Into Writers' Lives: A Digging Deeper...

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2025/10/05

In this first episode of our fourth season, we talk about the importance of choice in the lives of writers. Why does choice matter, and what are some ways to bring choice into the classroom? GO DEEPER: Pens vs PencilsPaper ChoiceThanks to our affiliate, Zencastr! Use our special link (https://zen.ai/mqsr2kHXSP2YaA1nAh2EpHl-bWR9QNvFyAQlDC3CiEk) to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Send us a text Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us ratings/reviews on ...

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37:56

Beliefs Drive Successful Writing Practices: A Digging...

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2025/05/25

In the final episode of our third season, we dive into the foundational beliefs that shape effective writing instruction. From emphasizing explicit teaching to fostering a community led by a teacher who writes to foundational skills like handwriting and spelling, we explore key elements that support student success. This episode will inspire educators to reflect on their teaching philosophies and empower students within any curriculum framework. GO DEEPER: How Great Leaders Inspire Action: Si...

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7:25

The Salad Bowl Game: A Tip for Tomorrow from Melanie

Two Writing Teachers Podcast ·

2025/05/18

The Salad Bowl Game is one of our family's favorite games to play when we're all together, and it's also a great game for building students' vocabulary in writing, as well as any other content area. Give it a try with friends when you have some time, and have some great laughs and learning in classrooms with students. Send us a text Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us ratings/reviews on your favorite listening platform. You may contact us directly if you want us to consult wit...

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5:10

Meet the Featured Writers in This Year's Author...

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2025/05/11

Introducing the 10th Annual Author Spotlight Series on the Two Writing Teachers blog, featuring daily interviews with children’s authors and illustrators who share their creative journeys and writing processes. Listeners get a preview of the week’s lineup, including stories of resilience, identity, and collaboration from Tim Donohue, Tyler Gordon, Maham Khwaja, Rebecca Gardyn Levington, Patty McGee, and Padma Venkatraman. The episode also highlights exciting book giveaways and virtual author ...

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34:05

Support Family Advocacy and Empowerment: A Digging...

Two Writing Teachers Podcast ·

2025/05/04

In this special episode, Melanie turns the tables as she interviews Stacey about her forthcoming book, which helps parents understand how to make the school system work for their child with disabilities. Hear about the personal passion that fueled this project, get an overview of the book’s three-part structure, and demystify the language of special education. The episode concludes with a discussion on the vital role of self-care, agency, and advocacy for parents, underscoring the book’s uniq...

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4:53

Three Ways to Differentiate: A Tip for Tomorrow from...

Two Writing Teachers Podcast ·

2025/04/27

In this Tip for Tomorrow, Melanie provides three ideas for differentiating that can work across grade levels and across genres. Send us a text Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us ratings/reviews on your favorite listening platform. You may contact us directly if you want us to consult with your school district. Melanie Meehan: meehanmelanie@gmail.com Stacey Shubitz: stacey@staceyshubitz.com Email us at contact@twowritingteachers.org for affiliate or sponsorship opport...

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8:19

Maintain & Nurture Writing Skills During Summer...

Two Writing Teachers Podcast ·

2025/04/20

Let’s revisit the Spring 2017 blog series "Keep Learning Going Throughout the Summer," which explored various strategies to maintain children's writing skills during the summer break. Stacey highlights key ideas from the 2017 co-author team, including creating personalized writing spaces, gamifying the writing process, and using books to inspire writing projects. The episode emphasizes the importance of making summer writing fun, engaging, and tailored to each child's interests and needs. Lis...

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45:44

The Evolving Landscape of Writing Instruction: The...

Two Writing Teachers Podcast ·

2025/04/13

In our second Writing Roundtable episode, renowned literacy expert Lester L. Laminack joins us to discuss his Ferris wheel of education concept, providing a fresh perspective on educational trends. Lester examines the current state of writing instruction, investigating how recent developments influence students' writing experiences and skills. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the evolving landscape of writing pedagogy as Lester addresses the promising advancements and potential chal...

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6:24

Three Ideas for Writing Test Prep: A Tip for Tomorrow...

Two Writing Teachers Podcast ·

2025/04/06

Fun test prep may seem like an oxymoron, but in this tip for tomorrow, Melanie shares a few ways you can bring movement, collaboration, and agency into getting students ready to take assessments. Send us a text Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us ratings/reviews on your favorite listening platform. You may contact us directly if you want us to consult with your school district. Melanie Meehan: meehanmelanie@gmail.com Stacey Shubitz: stacey@staceyshubitz.com Email us a...

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32:59

Foundations of Written Expression: Digging Deeper...

Two Writing Teachers Podcast ·

2025/03/30

In this episode, Stacey interviews Melanie about her upcoming book (co-authored with Maggie Beattie Roberts), tentatively titled THE WRITING BRAIN: FOUNDATIONAL SKILLS OF WRITTEN EXPRESSION. The book emphasizes developing foundational writing skills through research- and evidence-based instructional methods. We discuss the five guiding principles featured in the book: Cognitive Load Theory, Neurological Response to Learning, The Zone of Proximal Development, Universal Design for Learning, and...

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