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PODCASTS & CONVERSATIONS

Practical ideas for stronger writing instruction—wherever you listen.

Explore episodes from Melissa’s own podcast, along with thoughtful conversations she has joined as a guest on other education podcasts.

Practical K–8 Writing Support • Hosted by Melissa Morrison

FEATURED EPISODES

A few meaningful places to begin.

Start with a few foundational conversations about confident, writer-focused instruction.

EPISODE 60

What You Say Matters: The Language of Writing Instruction

Discover how intentional shifts in teacher language can move instruction from writing-focused to writer-focused—helping students feel valued and develop as capable writers.

Episode 97

Little Things Make a Huge Difference

Explore small but meaningful practices—including positive energy, student inclusion and collaboration—that can strengthen writing time without requiring a complete instructional overhaul.

EPISODE 102

Help! I Don’t Know What to Teach Them!

Melissa reassures teachers who feel uncertain about their next instructional step and explains how closely studying students can guide responsive, meaningful writing instruction.

THE COMPLETE COLLECTION

Explore Every Episode

Browse practical strategies, educator conversations, and bite-sized support you can bring directly into your classroom.

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KEEP THE LEARNING GOING

Turn listening into thoughtful action.

Use Melissa’s free Writing Workshop Data Gathering Sheet to notice patterns, reflect on practice, and identify meaningful next steps.

WHAT EDUCATORS ARE SAYING

“Melissa provides thoughtful and useful tips and strategies that can be implemented immediately in a classroom. I feel more confident as a 3rd grade writing teacher because of her!”

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