Children Want to Write

Children Want to Write is a collection of Donald Graves most significant writings paired with video that illuminates his research and his inspiring work with teachers. See the earliest documented use of invented spelling, the earliest attempts to guide young children through a writing process, the earliest conferences. This collection allows you to see this revolutionary shift in writing instruction-with its emphasis on observation, reflection, and approaching children as writers.

Heinemann is honored to have been Don’s publishing partner for more than three decades and over more than a dozen books—to have watched his research and vision become not only a classroom reality but the core of our publishing philosophy. His influence is so vast that we will meet him again and again on the pages of every book and resource we publish. His spirit pervades each of our books—in the conviction that children want to write and read if given the chance; in the flourishing of the workshop model of instruction that he pioneered; and in his abiding faith in teachers’ ability to make sound instructional decisions.

Chapter Ten: Reflect, Reflect, Reflect

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PD Resources From Penny Kittle

Speakers

• Invite Penny Kittle, Consulting Author to speak at your school, district, or conference through Heinemann Speakers.

Webinars

• Creating Literacy Classrooms for Critical Consciousness: Self-Assessment, Inclusive Libraries, and Student Empowerment

Workshops

• Everyday Practices that Engage and Empower Readers and Writers
• Read, Write, Teach: Ignite Curiosity and Instill Confidence in Readers and Writers