Catch a Falling Writer

''The book pinpoints characteristic behaviors of falling writers and pairs them up with simple-to-use techniques that you can incorporate into your classroom or that parents can use at home with their children to bolster confidence and success'' - Karla Bronzynski First-Grade Teacher Eldora-New Providence Schools IA President Iowa Reading AssociationCatch young writers before they fall through the cracks!The ideal companion to Connie Hebert''s Catch a Falling Reader this easy-to-use resource helps primary teachers catch falling writers before feelings of frustration defeat and low confidence develop making it difficult for children to catch up. Catch a Falling Writer presents concise approaches for engaging and working with young writers who have challenges with language vocabulary fine-motor competency grammar diction correct pencil grip or letter/sound recognition. Perfect for teachers literacy specialists and coaches special education teachers and student teachers striving to close the gap between reading instruction and writing proficiency this resource presents:- Innovative research-based strategies for engaging students in writing setting a purpose for writing and teaching the mechanics of writing - Strategies that can be used as curriculum supplements to foster independent writing- Resources and Web sites for further information