FAQ: How do I incorporate TWR into my Literary Units?

Discover how TWR can transform your novel studies and read-alouds! All resources mentioned in this video are available in the Content Examples and Customizable Templates sections of MyTWR Tools.

This one-page guide introduces Judy, TWR’s AI-powered activity generator and coach. It highlights Judy’s key capabilities, such as creating TWR activities, generating supporting texts, and offering coaching suggestions. It also provides guidance for teachers on how to evaluate and adapt Judy’s output.

Get your students buzzing with critical thinking in this bee-focused series. Designed for secondary learners, students will explore the essential role bees play in global ecosystems and the complex factors driving their decline. Students will identify the central problem, evaluate possible solutions, and respond using TWR sentence, paragraph, and composition strategies that support analytical thinking […]

What happens to the human body in space? Designed for secondary learners, this resource examines the physical and psychological effects of space travel. Students build knowledge and strengthen writing through carefully crafted TWR sentence, paragraph, and composition strategies. Use it as-is or adapt to fit your students. K-2 and elementary versions of this series are […]

Explore Extreme Weather: Summer Storms and Droughts. In this secondary resource, students analyze the causes and impacts of extreme summer weather events—ranging from powerful storms to prolonged droughts—through engaging, content-rich articles. The materials are designed to support multi-paragraph informational writing by guiding students in synthesizing multiple sources and structuring their ideas effectively. Learners practice TWR […]

This chart scaffolds students to create general statements for their introduction and conclusion paragraphs. Please see our customizable templates for introduction (GST) and conclusion (TSG) activities.

Take secondary students on A Trip to the World’s Fair! This dynamic resource invites older learners to investigate the historical significance and technological impact of the World’s Fair, including innovations like the iconic ice cream cone and telephone, through a rich, content-based article paired with a full sequence of TWR activities. Students will practice sentence […]

Explore Extreme Weather: Summer Storms and Droughts. From sudden downpours to relentless droughts, elementary students examine the causes and effects of extreme summer weather through engaging, content-rich articles. This resource supports the development of multi-paragraph informational writing by guiding students through reading multiple sources and organizing their ideas with intention. Adaptable to meet a range […]

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 […]