Writing Lessons for the Overhead: Responding to Literature

A master writing teacher shares step-by-step lessons that guide students to analyze and respond thoughtfully to characters, conflict, theme, and other key elements of the literature they read. Schaefer provides 20 strong writing samples on transparencies for the overhead to help teachers model how to write convincing responses. Also included are sample scripts for introducing the lesson, tips for supporting students through the writing process, and book links for teaching each element. For use with Grades 3-6.