Feeling overwhelmed planning your writing block? In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, I'll walk you through my tried-and-true system for creating student writing folders that build independence, boost organization, and streamline your teaching. Learn what to include in the folders, how to label and manage them, and clever storage tips to make them last all year long. Whether you're prepping for back to school or looking to refresh your writing routine, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you hit the ground running. Grab your favorite folder and let’s get started!

In This Episode, We’ll Talk About:

• The exact type of folders I use and why they work best
• What to include inside student writing folders (and what to leave out!)
• How to label, store, and manage folders for classroom success
• Tips for building writing routines and student independence
• Teaching students to care for and use their folders effectively

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• $5 Educate & Rejuvenate Summer Conference - July 15-16, 2025 (https://bit.ly/ERconf )
• Student Writing Goals in my TpT shop
• Shared Teaching Writing Curriculum

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Feeling overwhelmed by your writing block? You’re not alone—and today’s episode is packed with answers! I’m sharing a recent conversation I had with Kelsey Sorensen on her Educate & Rejuvenate podcast, where we talked all about how to simplify your writing instruction, engage students with the writing process, and actually look forward to teaching writing again. Whether you're short on time, struggling with student motivation, or just not sure where to start, this episode will leave you feeling equipped and encouraged.

In This Episode, We’ll Talk About:

• What teachers think they need to teach writing—and what they actually don’t
• The truth about writer’s workshop and how to manage multiple writing levels
• How to fit meaningful writing instruction into a tight schedule
• Why publishing student writing doesn’t need to happen every week
• Strategies to build student confidence, independence, and joy in writing
• Answers to real teacher questions about editing, conferencing, and motivation

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• $5 Educate & Rejuvenate Summer Conference - July 15-16, 2025 (https://bit.ly/ERconf )
• Shared Teaching Blog
• Shared Teaching Writing Curriculum
• Watch this episode on Kelsey's YouTube

Ready to find more success in your writing block? Tune in and let’s share in the teaching together.

For just $5, you can join the online Educate & Rejuvenate teaching conference on July 15-16, 2025. Sign up at https://bit.ly/ERconf

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As the school year ends, it's the perfect time to refresh your classroom centers. In today’s episode, I’m walking you through a simple system for evaluating what’s working, what needs to go, and how to plan for centers that support student learning all year long. From low-prep routines to student-centered planning, you’ll walk away with actionable ideas to make next year’s centers better than ever.

BLOG POST / SHOW NOTES LINK: https://sharedteaching.com/how-to-update-classroom-centers/

In Today’s Episode We’ll Talk About:

• Why it's important to reflect on and update your classroom centers
• A center review checklist to guide your evaluation process
• How to swap out stale or ineffective activities with small tweaks
• Tips for keeping student needs at the center of your planning
• Ideas for low-prep, consistent centers that work year-round (like sight word notebooks)

Resources Helpful in Today’s Episode:

• Episode 83: Beyond Book Clubs: Activities for Higher Learners
• Shop Sight Word Notebooks and Activities
• Shop Letter and Card Writing Centers
• $5 Educate & Rejuvenate Summer Conference - July 15-16, 2025 (https://bit.ly/ERconf )

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If you enjoyed this episode and would like to help more people find this podcast, please consider rating and reviewing my show! Ratings allow me to help more primary teachers build literacy systems for writing and centers so they can leave school on time. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five starts, and select "Write a review." Don't forget to let me know your favorite part of the episode!

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