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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

On the last day of this week's Finding Common Ground Blog Series, learn about the difference between demonstration texts and mentor texts. Both types of text have an important place in writing instruction.

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Are we teaching writing or writers? It's a question that's becoming increasingly important as schools balance curriculum fidelity with meeting the needs of students sitting. Explore how explicit instruction and responsive teaching work together to create meaningful writing instruction.

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Stop by #TWTBlog next week for our annual back-to-school blog series! Topics we'll cover: explicit AND responsive instruction, writing blocks AND cross-curricular writing, foundational skills AND composition, choice AND assignments, & modeling AND mentor texts. twowritingteachers.org

Finding Common Ground — Two Writing Teachers' back-to-school blog series; person balancing across green and blue hills; Aug 3–7, 2026.

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

Unplug, decompress, and cultivate your "wri-dentity" by finding joy in the craft of writing. 🎧 Listen to the latest #TWTPod episode at www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes…, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Podcast poster: Use the summer to cultivate your wri-dentity — Two Writing Teachers Podcast, 6:57 episode.

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Are you ready to trade one-size-fits-all for strategies that actually work? M. Colleen Cruz helps us rethink oral rehearsal. It's a classic tool, but is it excluding some students? Listen to this #TWTPod episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or at www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes….

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

In our latest #TWTPod episode, M. Colleen Cruz discusses how to reduce and remove obstacles and why UDL is the key to true accessibility. Listen to this Writing Roundtable episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or at www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes….

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Next up in #TWTBlog’s Author Spotlight Series is Àlàbá Ònájìn isn't afraid to break the mould! He teaches people to ditch the script and trust their gut. f.mtr.cool/qznuslbkde

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Not all growth is loud. I wrote about what it means when a child’s quiet effort is finally recognized, and why those moments matter so much. Read our story:

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Celebrating the Steady Bloom

Honoring the Children Who Grow Without Fanfare

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

How does teacher language shape young writers? Ralph Fletcher & Lily Howard Scott join Stacey to share tips for joyful, authentic writing—and how your words can build students’ confidence as writers. Listen to #TWTPod at www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes….

Maroon podcast poster for Two Writing Teachers: "Shaping Writerly Identities" with two smiling headshots of Lily Howard Scott and Ralph Fletcher; new episode.

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Just finished recording an exciting new Writing Roundtable episode, “Shaping Writerly Identities Through Teacher Language and Joyful Writing,” with Ralph Fletcher and Lily Howard Scott. We can’t wait to share their insights with you on #TWTPod soon!

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

There’s a thoughtful review & a giveaway of my new book on #TWTBlog. If you work with kids, support a child with disabilities, or care about navigating the public school system, this will resonate with you. Enter to win a copy at twowritingteachers.org/2026/04/20/m….

Guide for parents of kids with disabilities focusing on advocacy, navigating school systems, and out-of-school activities.

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

This week on #TWTPod, Stacey explores why modeling your own writing process is the key to students' growth as writers. Learn how to make "invisible" moves visible for your students. Listen now: www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes….

Podcast cover: 'Teach, Don't Just Tell' — tip from Stacey on Two Writing Teachers Podcast, with audio player (5:48).

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Just wrapped a fantastic conversation with M. Colleen Cruz, whose new book (NEURODIVERSITY IN THE LITERACY CLASSROOM) is out in May. You won't want to miss this #TWTPod episode when it drops on 5/17. We are so grateful for Colleen's thoughtful exchanges on literacy and accessible education.

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

In this #TWTPod episode, Doug Kaufman & Tracey-Ann Lafayette discuss student activism, voice, and writing as forces for social change. Hear how students turn personal concerns into purposeful action through inquiry, research, and dialogue. 🎧: www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes….

Two Writing Teachers podcast: Activism in Writing — a roundtable, photos of a man speaking and a smiling woman; new episode.

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

ICYMI: Jessica Carey, a #TWTBlog co-author and literacy coach, joined Melanie to talk about the power of read alouds. She shares tips and strategies that you can use right away in literacy instruction. Listen to #TWTPod now: www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes…

Two Writing Teachers Podcast — New episode 'The Power of Read Alouds: A Conversation with a Colleague'; playback controls

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

When writing conferences go off track, a quick reset can make all the difference. Learn simple recovery lines and pivots to rebuild trust, support students, and keep your conferences productive. Try one in tomorrow’s workshop! Listen to #TWTPod: www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes….

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 01/03/2026

This week on #TWTPod, I chat with Melanie Meehan & Maggie Roberts about their new book, Foundational Skills for Writing. They explore executive functioning, motor development, and playful strategies that help every writer thrive. Listen now: www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes…

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

Are all your students getting the attention they need? This #TWTPod episode explains how simple equity checks can help make sure every learner (e.g., multilingual, quieter students, & those with IEPs) benefits from your best teaching strategies. 🎧https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes/18559483.

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

This week on #TWTPod, we unpack the origins of the Slice of Life Story Challenge and its lasting impact on teachers worldwide. Daily writing in community sharpens our teaching and our view of students. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or at www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes….

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

While interval training shouldn't replace process writing, short spurts offer real benefits. Melanie shares why to try interval writing and starter strategies on this #TWTPod episode. Listen now: www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes…

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Olivia Wahl @olivia-wahl.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

🧵1/3 📣 New Podcast Episode Alert! @shubitz.bsky.social (literacy specialist + special ed parent) just dropped so much wisdom about IEP meetings, leading with strengths, and why that one document needs to be on your phone.

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

Feeling the mid-year slump? Tune in as Ana Valentina Patton shares practical ways for K-6 teachers to boost joy and authenticity in writing, with small shifts that make classroom life more meaningful and connected. Listen to #TWTPod now! www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes…

Two Writing Teachers Podcast: New episode titled "Embracing Imperfection as a Teacher-Writer: A Conversation with a Colleague."

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

We know language matters, but do we notice the quiet words shaping how we see kids in schools? One word — regular — on a state form made me pause. What does it say about our students? Find the full story on Substack (link in bio), tinyurl.com/YAIA-regular.

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

Empower students to speak up in a writing workshop. In this #TWTPod episode, I share self-advocacy strategies and six sentence starters from my new book to help kids ask for help, clarify instructions, and grow as confident writers. Listen now: www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes….

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

The Goodreads giveaway for my new book is live. My publisher is giving away ten copies (ends Feb. 20)! Perfect for parents navigating IEPs or anyone in education. Enter here: www.goodreads.com/giveaway/show/426….

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

I wrote the book I wish I’d had when my child entered school. I hope it offers clarity and reassurance to other families. Out today from Guilford Press! More Info: guilford.com/p/shubitz

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Get a sneak peek of my new book on empowering kids with disabilities - out on 1/20/26! Discover practical tips, self-advocacy tools, and more in our latest #TWTPod episode. Listen now: www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes…

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 11/01/2026

This week on #TWTPod, Melanie shares several tips for building students' automaticity with letter formation. Listen at www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes… or wherever you get your podcasts.

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Unboxing my new book! If you or someone you know needs help navigating school supports for kids with disabilities, this is your guide. Preorder “Make the School System Work for Your Child” at guilford.com/p/shubitz code AU2E for 15% off!

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Unboxing Make the School System Work for Your Child with Disabilities

Unboxing my brand new book!If you, a friend, or a family member has ever felt lost navigating public school supports for a child with disabilities, this is y...

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 04/01/2026

From switching tones to revising drafts, cognitive flexibility fuels confident young writers. Hear practical ways to nurture it in your classroom in the latest #TWTPod episode. Listen now: f.mtr.cool/eteemzdova

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

Curious how to help kids turn their opinions into impactful writing? Learn how opinion writing builds confidence, critical thinking, and joy in the classroom in our latest episode. Listen to the final #TWTPod episode of 2025 now! www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes…

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

Explore how stories of moving, belonging, and new beginnings help students find their voice. Hear about three standout picture books and get practical tips for using them as mentor texts to inspire writing and build community. Listen to #TWTPod: www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes….

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Today, our little podcast about teaching writing hit 1,000,000 downloads! We’re beyond grateful for every commute, prep period, and walk you’ve spent with us. Thank you for listening, sharing, and letting us be part of your teaching life. #TWTPod

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 30/11/2025

Learn how to guide young writers in setting and achieving their own goals with valuable tools and tips from Valerie Bolling’s GOAL SETTING IN THE WRITING CLASSROOM. 🎧Listen to #TWTPod at www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes…, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 23/11/2025

Explore the writing process every unit follows! Learn teaching strategies, immersion tips, co-creating charts, and ways to boost students' purpose, planning, drafting, & revising. Plus, ways to celebrate & reflect on writing success! Listen now! www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes…

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 16/11/2025

Learn how practical goal-setting tools can improve writing and executive functioning for kids. Real-world tips help students stay organized, track progress, and build confidence in reaching their goals. 🎧Listen now: www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes…!

Promo image for TWTPod's Tip for Tomorrow called "Build Strong Writers with Executive Function Tools."

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 09/11/2025

This week, Melanie talks with TWTBlog co-authors Sarah Valter and Leah Thomas about ways to infuse writing experiences in students' lives beyond classroom instruction. Listen at www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes… or wherever you get your podcasts.

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 02/11/2025

Are you gearing up for parent-teacher conferences? This week on #TWTPod, Melanie shares five practical ways to take your writing conferences from good to great. They're the perfect tips for the busy season! Listen now: www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes…!

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 26/10/2025

Listen as we chat with Paul Emerich France about prioritizing writing! His book, MY KIDS CAN'T WRITE, offers K-5 teachers practical guidance on integrating writing into all subject areas. 🎧: www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes….

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

Happy National Day on Writing! ✍️ The Two Writing Teachers team invites passionate educators to join our mission: empowering young voices through writing. Tap to hear our special message and learn how you can collaborate with us to inspire the next generation of writers!

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

Looking at student writing through different lenses helps us plan what’s next. This week on #TWTPod, Melanie shares practical ways to assess writing and choose next steps. Listen at www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes… or wherever you get your podcasts.

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 12/10/2025

In this Writing Roundtable, we chat with Patty McGee and Tim Donohue, authors of Not Your Granny’s Grammar. Discover fresh, research-based ways to make grammar meaningful, engaging, and practical for every classroom! 🎧 LISTEN NOW: www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes…. #TWTPod

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 05/10/2025

Season 4 of #TWTPod kicks off with a conversation about choice, exploring why it matters for writers and how teachers can create more of it in the classroom. Tune in & join us in reimagining how choice shapes writing! www.buzzsprout.com/2027003/episodes…

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

Georgia nonprofit Georgia Appleseed launches AI chatbot Seedmore to provide parents 24/7 legal guidance on school discipline, special education rights, and enrollment issues, helping families navigate complex education law. hypepotamus.com/startup-news...

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

The last five minutes of writing workshop can feel easy to skip. However, when the teaching share is structured through self-assessment, communication, and reflection, it can change everything. f.mtr.cool/vvcmmzfnte

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

I'm pleased to share the cover of my upcoming book, Make the School System Work for Your Child with Disabilities! This essential guide will help parents navigate special education, communicate with schools, and advocate for their child’s success. Learn more: guilford.com/p/shubitz.

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Two Writing Teachers @twowritingteachers.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

Routines Build Capacity: Unboxing Fresh Routines Blog Series Intentional routines do more than organize a classroom. They strengthen executive function and empower students as writers. Take a look at what to expect from our August blog series and check out the giveaway information.

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Routines Build Capacity: Unboxing Fresh Routines Blog Series

Intentional routines do more than organize a classroom. They strengthen executive function and empower students as writers. Take a look at what to expect from our August blog series and check out the giveaway information.

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

Jenna Komarin shows how setting a positive tone in kindergarten sparks young writers’ confidence. From storytelling to hands-on writing moments, help learners see themselves as writers from day one! wp.me/p57D8-l7b #TWTBlog

Graphic Thinking Ahead Thursday post on kindergarten writing. The image highlights how setting a positive, inclusive tone in the first weeks helps young children see themselves as writers, featuring ideas like storytelling, labeling the classroom, and offering drawing and writing materials during play. Designed to inspire early childhood educators to foster confidence and creativity in new writers.

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

Shawnda Fukano shares how the STRONGER & CLEARER protocol uses oral rehearsal and peer feedback to help students, especially multilingual learners, create clearer, stronger writing through collaboration and revision. wp.me/p57D8-lE4 #TWTBlog

It's Make Your Case Monday at Two Writing Teachers!
"While one partner shares their opinion and reasons, the other partner’s job is to listen carefully and think about how the ideas could be clearer and stronger."

-Shawnda Fukano in Stronger & Clearer: A Partnership Protocol

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Stacey Shubitz @shubitz.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

Meeting the needs of diverse writers is a constant challenge. Small shifts in accommodations, scaffolds, and modifications can build accessibility and lead students toward independence, confidence, and success in writing. Betsy Hubbard shares more: bit.ly/a-or-m. #TWTBlog

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