A Low-Prep Personal Narrative Writing Toolkit That Actually Helps Students Get Started

Read this blog post if you are looking for an easy way to get students into personal narrative writing! This post explores how the Personal Narrative Writing Toolkit addresses common challenges students face in narrative writing by providing structured support. It includes guided brainstorming, emotion mapping, sensory detail development, dialogue writing assistance, and mentor examples. Designed for easy integration into ELA classrooms, it helps students write meaningful narratives while reducing anxiety and enhancing confidence. Continue reading A Low-Prep Personal Narrative Writing Toolkit That Actually Helps Students Get Started

Bringing The Moth Podcast into the ELA Classroom: 3 Must-Listen Stories Your Students Will Love

I have found a new podcast that I am bursting to share with other English teachers! If you are not yet aware of The Moth Radio Hour and The Moth Podcast, now is the time. In a way, it reminds of Humans of New York. But, in this case, it’s people sharing a particular story … Continue reading Bringing The Moth Podcast into the ELA Classroom: 3 Must-Listen Stories Your Students Will Love