Aligned with core principles of effective instruction, this resource provides brain-compatible
strategies, reflection questions, and cross-curricular writing activities to boost students.
writing and achievement.
"During the past thirty years as an English teacher and professor, as an educational publisher
and national writing consultant, and as the director of the Educational Leadership Institute,
I have not seen a more powerful book on the teaching of writing. Think of this book as a gift
to yourself, your colleagues, and your students. Think of it as a spark that just might initiate
a renaissance in the way writing is taught." (RW (Skip) Kistner, President )
"The major strengths of this book are the implications of current brain research and how to
maximize student learning and enjoyment in the learning process. It.s all about the learning
in the classroom, which is where the focus must be." (Mary Moore, Third-Grade Teacher )
"Provides teachers with applicable research on brain-compatible learning and provides students
with tools for developing their talent as writers." (Wanda Stuckey, English Teacher )
"Explains brain research in easy-to-understand language and includes real classroom stories
from diverse grade levels and student populations, as well as cross-curricular writing
activities that foster high literacy and performance on high-stakes tests. Any teacher who
wants reliable research to support effective, brain-friendly instruction should read this book
and share it with colleagues and administrators." (Bobbie Faulkner, Teacher )
"Allows teachers to see the inside of a successful system for teaching students to write with
confidence and proficiency. Hanson offers experience and personal learning on how the brain
works and thinks about communication through writing." (Patricia Allison, Recruitment,
Retention, and Preparation Coordinator )
"Recognizes the importance of preparing teachers to act as involved researchers in their own
classrooms. The book encourages teachers to develop practices that will help their students
become lifelong learners, not just competent test takers." (Edith Wagner, Associate Professor
of English )
"Instructional leaders are constantly looking for ways to help teachers work smarter, not
harder, in the quest to maximize student achievement. Hanson provides a brain-compatible
framework to do precisely that." (Shaun Holmes, Principal )
"A one-of-a-kind, practical text for all teachers. Hanson takes us on a journey by providing
teaching strategies and specific examples to prepare students to become lifelong writers!"
(Sonia Aguila, ESL Teacher/Consultant )
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