It is a fun practice process that brings students into writing
with ease, creativity and a great deal of enthusiasm. It is
not a substitute for writing instruction, nor is it simply more
“homework”; it is a way to “hook” students into writing
meaningfully. Students receive a new writing prompt and
supporting graphic organizers, revision ideas, and editing
checklists for each weekly packet on Monday. Teachers
provide a mini-lesson each day that guides that night’s step in
the writing process—
Monday-prewriting with a graphic
organizer
Tuesday- drafting
Wednesday- revision with a weekly focus
Thursday- editing
Friday -publishing and sharing
We have had great success with the project this year. Teachers
from four Northern California districts have contributed their
lessons to make it a truly teacher designed program. Your
involvement with professional development services from
knoxeducation.com and strategic schooling gives you access*. All
we ask is that you consider contributing lesson ideas to make
Night Writing constantly new and fresh for all teachers.
