https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh en-us 2022-03-24 19:36:31 UTC 2026-01-25 18:17:17 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113931143 Writing is challenging because......it requires students/us to crystallize our thinking in a way that sounds/reads clear to the judgment of others.  Even if we think we understand a topic and can talk about it, putting it down in writing is such a huge impediment to so many kids.]]> 2022-03-25 14:38:45 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113931143 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113931439 Writing is challenging because there is no one right way to do it and no one definition of "good" writing.]]> 2022-03-25 14:38:54 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113931439 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113932417 of technological advances that encourage informal writing styles ]]> 2022-03-25 14:39:26 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113932417 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113932438 Writing is challenging because it takes putting thoughts into words that don't always start in words, and putting them down in words in a specific way that reads clearly without outside (or inside of other writing offering) context.]]> 2022-03-25 14:39:27 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113932438 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113932725 Writing is challenging because it is not always the easiest way to communicate our thoughts/feelings and requires heavy lifting for more verbal and visual thinkers.]]> 2022-03-25 14:39:37 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113932725 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113932951 Writing is challenging, but... that crystallization of our thinking pushes us to "muck" through unclear aspects of that thinking, and synthesize what makes sense in a way that we think will make sense to at least someone else.]]> 2022-03-25 14:39:45 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113932951 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113932994 Writing is challenging because it is our thinking represented visually. ]]> 2022-03-25 14:39:46 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113932994 jjohnson1305 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113933504 Writing is challenging because it is difficult to articulate feelings and thoughts into words ]]> 2022-03-25 14:40:05 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113933504 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113933576 Writing is challenging, but it can also feel liberating and empowering. ]]> 2022-03-25 14:40:07 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113933576 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113934122 it’s a great way to leave a legacy that lasts forever ]]> 2022-03-25 14:40:23 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113934122 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113934275 Writing is challenging because it requires so many different skills all working at once. ]]> 2022-03-25 14:40:24 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113934275 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113934356 2022-03-25 14:40:26 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113934356 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113934628 Writing is challenging, but it is an incredibly important skill that serves you well in communicating across generations, ideologies, spaces, etc]]> 2022-03-25 14:40:35 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113934628 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113934740 Writing is challenging, but it gives us tools to know and understand ourselves better, and build collective understanding with others!]]> 2022-03-25 14:40:39 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113934740 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113934952 everyone should practice , practice , practice ]]> 2022-03-25 14:40:46 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113934952 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113935031 Writing is challenging but can be oh so rewarding and FUN!]]> 2022-03-25 14:40:49 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113935031 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113935190 Writing is challenging, so we should not imagine that our students will magically become good at it without explicit instruction. ]]> 2022-03-25 14:40:55 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113935190 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113935343 Writing is challenging, so... kids often need scaffolds to help build their confidence, especially in 6G and younger grades, because so many times I see them understanding a topic well enough to talk about it at length, but they freeze up as soon as they're asked to put it down on paper.]]> 2022-03-25 14:41:00 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113935343 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113935476 Writing is challenging because it requires multiple skill-sets, including time and patience, in a world that is not always patient or timely. ]]> 2022-03-25 14:41:05 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113935476 jjohnson1305 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113935636 Writing is challenging but it is a channel into one's vision and allows us to express ourselves]]> 2022-03-25 14:41:11 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113935636 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113935831 Writing is challenging, so we must create spaces for low stakes fun practice to intentionally bring joy to the skill.]]> 2022-03-25 14:41:18 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113935831 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113935900 writing contracts = money bags ]]> 2022-03-25 14:41:20 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113935900 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113936869 Writing is challenging, but it also provides an outlet to be reflective and communicate our stories and stories matter. ]]> 2022-03-25 14:41:54 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113936869 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113937284 Writing is challenging because it requires more structure in comparison to verbal communication.]]> 2022-03-25 14:42:07 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113937284 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113937507 Writing is challenging, so we must give ourselves and our students both grace and rigor in learning, and also celebrate our strengths and wins as we go!]]> 2022-03-25 14:42:15 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113937507 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113937638 2022-03-25 14:42:19 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113937638 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113937898 Writing is challenging, so everyone should have access to doing it well, and for multiple purposes!]]> 2022-03-25 14:42:28 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113937898 jjohnson1305 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113937925 Writing is challenging so breaking down the concept and relating it to culture makes task more engaging ]]> 2022-03-25 14:42:29 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113937925 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113938190 Writing is challenging but a necessary skill to be able to communicate our learning and thinking to others.]]> 2022-03-25 14:42:38 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113938190 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113939518 Writing is challenging, so it is important to practice writing in a way that feels relevant and in a way that resonates with students ]]> 2022-03-25 14:43:22 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113939518 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113939544 2022-03-25 14:43:24 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113939544 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113939656 Writing is challenging, but it can provide meaningful opportunities for reflection, expression, and collaboration. ]]> 2022-03-25 14:43:28 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113939656 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113940199 Writing is challenging, but it creates a channel to be intentional about the message that they convey.]]> 2022-03-25 14:43:47 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113940199 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113940847 Writing is challenging so we model patience and perseverance to students by having multiple drafts and forms of critique to help our writing grow over time.]]> 2022-03-25 14:44:11 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113940847 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113941062 Writing is challenging, so we must make time for all aspects of writing to be taught and practiced! ]]> 2022-03-25 14:44:18 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113941062 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113959607 Teaching writing well is important because... there are so many confusing emotions that MS kids experience as they're building up their sense of themselves. The Tatum quote about "Writing puts you in contact with yourself" highlights how powerful writing can/could be to not only build self awareness, but also to shape self-confidence]]> 2022-03-25 14:54:26 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113959607 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113961419 Teaching writing well is important because it empowers students in multiple ways. ]]> 2022-03-25 14:55:29 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113961419 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113963878 Teaching writing well is important because writing is intricate. The writing rope shows how overwhelming it can be for students to process and tackle a writing prompt and it's our job to untangle that rope and show them what they are capable of.]]> 2022-03-25 14:56:45 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113963878 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113964425 Teaching writing well is important because effective writing is effective communication. When we can communicate effectively with others and with our own selves, we can more deeply understand and impact our lives and the lives of others. ]]> 2022-03-25 14:57:04 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113964425 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113964488 Teaching writing well is important because it not only gives students access to opportunity, but also is a mechanism to better know themselves.]]> 2022-03-25 14:57:05 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113964488 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113966567 Teaching writing well is important because it gives our students tools to access, understand, and navigate both their inner and outer worlds.]]> 2022-03-25 14:58:22 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113966567 jjohnson1305 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113966941 Teaching writing well is important because it demonstrates understanding of material, allows inward reflection, and engagement with other people

]]> 2022-03-25 14:58:35 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113966941 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113966957 Teaching writing well is also important because our TR alum seem to often have the reputation of being good verbal collaborators in HS, but do their written communication skills stay abreast of those extroverted skills we spend so much Crew and class time building?

]]> 2022-03-25 14:58:36 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113966957 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113967912 Teaching writing well is important because it allows students to better understand themselves, as well as, offers the world a window into their stories and experiences. ]]> 2022-03-25 14:59:08 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113967912 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113967926 Teaching writing well is important because our students' experiences, abilities, and opinions vary yet they don't always believe they can write well, and they aren't given the space to learn, grow, and transfer skills. ]]> 2022-03-25 14:59:08 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113967926 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113968258 Teaching writing well is important because there are so many skills required for writing that students can easily become discouraged or disinterested. If we want our students to share their voice, we must give them the tools to do so. ]]> 2022-03-25 14:59:19 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113968258 https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113969374 Teaching writing well is important because writing allows students to evaluate their own thoughts, which allows to them to communicate their thoughts in a precise fashion.]]> 2022-03-25 15:00:01 UTC https://padlet.com/ehou2/lgk6fe99yte5r7fh/wish/2113969374