Description
Ms. Anderson is a 25-year veteran educator, children’s book author, and speaker. Her passion is helping students cultivate a love for reading and writing, as well as helping educators find creative ways to inspire kids to write. Ms. Anderson helps make creative writing fun, exciting, and something to look forward to.
After taking this course, you’ll walk away with a better understanding of:
- How to set up a writer’s notebook
- Using figurative language in writing
- Word choice in writing
- How to use quotes
- Playing with rhymes
- Creative writing exercises to get your students thinking
- How to organize a story
Extend your learning and earn another CPE credit! This course has a recorded Virtual Extended Learning Session where Lisa Van Gemert provides strategies and application tips. Click Here: Creativity Disclaimer: Your Kids May Fall in Love with Writing! – Extended Learning Session
Presenter Bio
Shannon Anderson has taught for 25 years, from first grade through college level. The highlight of her teaching career was being named one of the Top 10 Teachers to inspire the Today Show. She has served as the gifted coordinator for her school corporation, as well as a writing coach. Shannon is also an award-winning children’s book author and loves to do author visits. You can learn more about her at www.shannonisteaching.com.
ROBERT – SOUTH TEXAS ISD (verified owner) –
Good reminders & creative ideas for prompting student writing.
elaine – ALVARADO ISD (verified owner) –
I enjoyed listening to this speaker!
Jennefer – ALVARADO ISD (verified owner) –
Loved her ideas!
Lindsey – NEDERLAND ISD (verified owner) –
There are many ideas provided. Many are more suited for older students.
Melanie – FLOUR BLUFF ISD (verified owner) –
This course is fantastic! I learned about so many great ways to teach writing. I’m so glad I chose this course.
Sarah – PARMA CITY (verified owner) –
Very informative!
Jennifer – PARMA CITY (verified owner) –
Helpful examples to use in your class.
Vicky – ALVARADO ISD (verified owner) –
I enjoy seeing the different books that she uses in her class.
Tiffany – BETHEL LOCAL (verified owner) –
I so loved this course! A lot of good examples and books to go with the examples.
Ruby – DONNA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT (verified owner) –
excellent