WRITING WORKSHOP
Using Writers' Moves
We are learning to "read like writers", which means to read a book with an eye for craft and the choices that authors and illustrators make. It's a powerful way for young authors to learn about writing. All authors borrow moves from other authors, even the professionals. We chart the moves that we notice to give us the language of writing craft and the chart acts as a menu of choices when thinking about standing on another author's shoulders.