We've just started a memoir unit in writing workshop. One of our mentor texts is My Name by Sandra Cisneros. I was inspired to write something about my name. Something that has been a struggle for me... My name in Korean means beauty and wisdom. My name in English sounds ugly. I hated my name. … Continue reading My Name in Korean
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Teaching A Memorable Memoir Unit
Our last writing workshop unit of the year was our memoir unit. This is probably one of my favorite units to teach to the students. One of the reasons I enjoy this unit is that I can really see the growth of my students as a writer from the beginning of the year. Also, I … Continue reading Teaching A Memorable Memoir Unit
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