Launching a Writer's Workshop

The first few days of a Writer's Workshop are extremely important. They set the groundwork for how the class will function throughout the entire year. It's important to take it slow and not just jump directly into writing pieces. This unit gives a few suggestions on how to get the students motivated and excited about writing. By interviewing each other as writers and by reading book flaps about published writers, students begin to understand what to write about and to view themselves as writers. Once that foundation is built, the rest of the year will go smoothly.