Shared Writing- A Strategy

Just like shared reading, shared writing can take place during any time of the day. Shared writings can be short or long and can really help students improve upon their ability to write well. Shared writing activities can range from retellings from read alouds, original stories, poems, and book reviews, journal entries, class rules and morning messages, and content area writing activities.

            Shared writing allows students feel like they have power while also helping them maintain or gain confidence when it comes to writing. You can give students as much or a little freedom as you like while still teaching them without them truly knowing the power of what they are doing. You can give students tips about writing without making them feel bad and you can allow students to use creativity to improve their skills.