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Beyond the Paragraph: Teaching Writing in Middle School with Structure

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Beyond the Paragraph: Teaching Writing in Middle School with Structure

Robin Mellom

How To Teach Writing Even if You Haven't Been Trained Grades 3-8 Ep. 30

June 25, 2026 9:00am 7 min

Can you teach writing well even if you feel like you're "not a writing person"? Yes. And in this 5-Minute Flash Training, I want to take that worry off your shoulders, whether you're a classroom ELA teacher or a homescho...

How To Get Kids to WANT to Write Teaching Writing in Grades 3-8 Ep. 29

June 18, 2026 9:00am 6 min

How do I get students to actually want to write? It's the question every ELA teacher and homeschool parent runs into, and it's where I start this brand-new 5-Minute Flash Training series for summer.Here's the heart of it...

Before Planning in the Fall, Give This a Listen Ep. 28

June 07, 2026 9:00am 15 min

It's a Deep Thoughts day, and I want to push on something most of us have never stopped to question: the order we plan our ELA year in. In this episode I get into how to intertwine reading and writing: how to get student...

Why Grammar Isn't Transferring to Student Writing (And How To Fix It) Ep. 27

April 19, 2026 8:00am 43 min

 Grammar instruction is one of those topics that sounds simple… until you’re actually in the classroom trying to make it stick. You’ve probably heard “teach grammar in context” a hundred times, but what does that really ...

Writing Test Prep That Actually Works: CER + Collaboration Ep. 26

March 12, 2026 12:00pm 24 min

State testing season is coming… but test prep doesn’t have to mean endless practice tests.In this video, I share some of the most effective ways to prepare students for the writing portion of the state test, especially t...

RACE Writing Strategy vs C.E.R.: Which Strategy Works Better? Ep. 25

February 05, 2026 4:00am 21 min

In this episode, I compare the RACE writing strategy and the CER (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning) framework to help you decide which approach works better for students. I explain why I moved away from RACE and now use CER ac...

How to Teach Writing with a "Skills First" Approach Ep. 24

January 25, 2026 10:00am 17 min

In this episode, I explain how I teach writing using a skills-first approach, and why strong writing instruction shouldn’t start with essays.Instead of working backward from essay types alone, I focus on building foundat...

Curriculum Changes Coming in 2026 for Structured Writing (Grades 4–8) Ep. 23

January 18, 2026 1:00pm 22 min

In this episode, I’m sharing what’s changing, what’s staying the same, and what’s evolving in my Structured Writing program for 2026.After a short break, I reflect on where writing instruction feels different right now, ...

How to Refresh Your Mid-Year Writing Routine Ep. 22

November 30, 2025 7:00am 13 min

If you teach writing in grades 4-8, you know the mid-year engagement slump is real! Here are 3 ways to get them energized again and back on track!Go here to grab your free month of editing tasks! https://structured-writi...

Letting Students Use A.I. for Writing? Consider this... Ep. 21

November 15, 2025 6:00pm 24 min

There is no one correct way to handle A.I. use in the classroom. But let's have grace with each other as we grapple with this huge issue facing educators. There is so much to consider... and that's what I'm tackling toda...

Why Fun Writing Prompts Do Not = Engagement Ep. 20

November 03, 2025 5:00pm 10 min

Sure, writing prompts are fun, but when it comes to true engagement, cute activities and digital games can only take your students so far. In this episode, I break down why short-term motivators are the “green tea diets”...

Why October Is the Secret Weapon for Your Writing Workshop Ep. 19

October 13, 2025 5:00am 13 min

October is pure magic for writing teachers...if you use it right. 🕯️In this episode, I’m sharing why you should lean into spooky writing this month (and not just because it’s fun). You’ll learn how Halloween-themed promp...

Teaching Hooks: I'm Sharing the Secret! Ep. 18

September 28, 2025 8:00am 23 min

In this episode, I start with a student story that proves just how powerful a hook can be, and then we dig into the real work of teaching them. You’ll hear my philosophy on why hooks aren’t just “sentence starters,” why ...

"The UNICORN of Writing" Ep. 17

September 21, 2025 7:00am 20 min

In this episode, I share the story behind one teacher’s phrase “the unicorn of writing” and unpack what that really means.We’ll explore why writing instruction so often feels frustrating, what qualities a true “unicorn” ...

Are You Teaching Essays The Wrong Way? Ep. 16

September 14, 2025 8:00am 16 min

 What if your students could experience essay structure instead of just being told about it? In this episode, I introduce The Rebuild Relay, which is a constructivist teaching method that gets students moving, problem-so...

The Structured Writer’s Workshop™ CRASH COURSE! Learn how to make writing instruction structured and engaging in under 60 minutes Ep.15

August 31, 2025 8:00am 53 min

In this 60-minute audiobook, you’ll learn the complete framework behind the Structured Writer’s Workshop™, a structured approach that helps students in grades 4–8 become confident, independent writers. They also LOVE it....

Revolutionizing Student Writing: Beyond the 4x4 Classroom

August 17, 2025 7:00am 31 min

The writing crisis in American classrooms isn't due to lack of teacher effort, it's our instructional model. When the Nation's Report Card reveals only 27% of eighth graders scoring proficient in writing, we need to exam...

THIS is The Secret Ingredient for Better Writing Across All Subjects Ep. 13

July 27, 2025 8:00am 28 min

In this episode, I’m diving into why CER (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning) is the ultimate pivot skill. It’s not just for ELA. Students can use it in science, history, short responses, and full essays—and the more they practi...

Before the Rubrics: What to Teach the FIRST WEEK of Writing Ep. 12

July 20, 2025 7:00am 35 min

When it comes to writing instruction, the first week can make or break your year. In this episode, I’m walking you through exactly how I start the school year in my writing classroom. You'll hear about the phone call I m...

The Science of Writing: My Hunt for Research-Based Writing Instruction in Middle School Ep. 11

July 13, 2025 8:00am 21 min

This episode is the audio from one of my most popular YouTube videos, so if you hear me say “look at this” or reference something on screen, don’t worry! I've linked the full video below!In this deep dive, I unpack what ...

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