Looking to introduce the because, but, so strategy for the first time? This “Sample Introduction Lesson: because, but so” models a clear, gradual release approach using the “I do, We do, You do” framework around the Basic Conjunctions strategy. Designed for grades 3–12, the lesson uses familiar content to help students focus on structure and […]
Celebrate student growth with this engaging “TWR End-of-Year Brochure”! Designed for 3-12 students, this tri-fold brochure invites students to reflect on their learning while reinforcing key TWR sentence and paragraph strategies. Students will craft a meaningful keepsake that showcases both their personal reflections and writing progress. With clear scaffolds and structured tasks, this resource is […]
Celebrate student growth with this engaging “TWR End-of-Year Brochure”! Designed for 3-12 students, this tri-fold brochure invites students to reflect on their learning while reinforcing key TWR sentence and paragraph strategies. Students will craft a meaningful keepsake that showcases both their personal reflections and writing progress. With clear scaffolds and structured tasks, this resource is […]
Engage students in learning about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. while strengthening essential writing skills. “Dr. Martin Luther King: A Leader for Change” features an article paired with a variety of TWR-aligned activities to support comprehension and written expression. The article is available in two formats—one with note-taking lines to support early annotation and one […]
What Happens During a Thunderstorm? Get your young writers storm-ready with clear skies ahead for sentence and paragraph success. This engaging resource features a K–2-friendly article on thunderstorms, paired with TWR sentence and paragraph activities that build foundational informational writing skills. Use the article and activities as-is or adapt them to meet your students’ needs. […]
Let your students’ writing steal the spotlight with this electrifying Thunderstorms Bulletin Board Bundle! Designed for K–2 learners, this resource includes an informational article on thunderstorms, select TWR sentence activities, and ready-to-use decor and display text to bring the storm theme to life. Perfect for showcasing student work while reinforcing foundational writing skills, this bundle […]
Reinforce revision strategies with this Build to the Unelaborated Paragraph: Summer TWR series, created to support early writers in developing clearer, more detailed sentences. K–2 students practice expanding their sentences and varying their vocabulary before revising an unelaborated paragraph—either orally or in writing—using intentional TWR strategies. Adaptable for different levels of early writers, this resource […]
Help students explore the power of gratitude while strengthening their reading and writing skills! In “The Science Behind Gratitude” resource, students engage with an informational article and a series of TWR-aligned activities that build comprehension and promote intentional written expression. This version for grades 3–12 encourages extended writing and offers flexible planning options, including the […]
Sundae Sequence: A Sweet Spin on Narrative Writing! In this engaging narrative writing activity, students practice sequencing as they craft instructions for building the ultimate ice cream sundae using TWR’s Narrative SPO structure. Perfect for all learners developing their writing narrative skills, this resource includes differentiated supports to meet diverse needs and features a vibrant […]
In celebration of Women’s History Month, this elementary resource introduces students to the inspiring story of Wilma Rudolph through an engaging informational article and a series of TWR activities. Students will strengthen their writing skills by completing sentence-level activities while learning about Rudolph’s perseverance and achievements. The resource culminates in an SPO activity where students […]