The Gift of Language: Foundations for Excellence
Establish writing workshop procedures and expectations
Create and personalize a writer's notebook
Understand the purpose of a writing workshop
“Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.”
— Proverbs 16:24 (WEB)Words are gifts we can use to encourage and bless others
Gather students in a circle. Explain that today we're creating our writing workshop space and personal writing notebooks.
Introduce writing workshop structure: mini-lessons, independent writing time, conferring, and sharing
Students create and personalize their writer's notebooks, making them unique and inspiring
Simpler: Provide sticker sheets and pre-printed decorative elements
Challenge: Design entire notebook theme around a personal passion or ministry goal
Share notebook highlights and establish writing workshop expectations
Dear God, thank You for the gift of language and the ability to express ourselves. Help us use our words to honor You and encourage others.
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll explore the power of words in Proverbs
“Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.”
— Proverbs 16:24 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Create a poster with the verse and decorate with honeycomb imagery
Writing workshop is a student-centered approach to writing instruction
Students might feel self-conscious about their writing
Enthusiasm about writing, creativity in notebook design