Elements of Style

As an educator I was interested in this writing standard. What could possibly be so different about these writing standards vs. what has been in use for 50 years. As you know, so many standards in education flies into the classroom and is thrown out once a new and better version is adopted. So why would the Strunk and White, Elements of Style, continue to be in demand that the book warrants a new re-printing?

Check out the article, by clicking the title of the post, and then consider getting your hands on the book.

Always on the look out for ideas that will make the difference,
Mrs K

Creative Writing: Inspiring Writers to Write !

Inspiring writers with writers who are inspiring, is an excellent model for those "Interactive Writing" sessions.
I was given a marvelous opportunity to meet Bron Smith during our building's writing conference. Bron's amazingly creative talents opens a new avenue for many young writers. Using Bron's site during one of your writing sessions will inspire your writers to a new level of design and formatting.
Simply click the above title to make the "creative connection."

Don't forget about those writers who might not be inspired by the regular "lined" paper writing sessions. Check out Bron's maps for a motivating "Shared Writing" opportunity:
http://www.bronsmith.com/

Continue inspiring your writers, 8^)