Mini-Lesson: Backwards Brainstorming This mini-lesson asks students to start with their feelings and then think of a topic. Using the voice poster, Kristina leads students through brainstorming topics based on different feelings. Duration: 14:15 | Grade...
Mini-Lesson: Yo-Yo Beginnings & Endings This mini-lesson shows students how to start and end their writing with the same technique. Using a Yo-Yo, Kristina shows students several different ways to begin and end a piece of writing. Duration: 15:47 | Grade...
Mini-Lesson: Stay on Topic with Titles This mini-lesson demonstrates how writers should only include details in the title that follow the topic they’re writing about. Using a box of cereal, Kristina shows students how a reader expects to read only details that...
Mini-Lesson: Strong Titles This mini-lesson explains the importance of choosing a title carefully when writing. Using two different wrapped gifts, Kristina shows students how a strong title can grab their readers’ attention. Duration: 15:48 | Grade...
Mini-Lesson: 4 Steps to Paraphrase This mini-lesson explains the 4-step process of paraphrasing. Using hand motions for each step, Kristina shows students how to read a text and then put what they read into their own words. Duration: 15:09 | Grade...
