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            <div>Built on the latest research and best practices, Writing A-Z<sup>®</sup> supports instruction in essential composition and grammar skills that are critical to literacy success.</div>
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              <p>Teachers can follow the built-in scope and sequence within Writing A-Z or choose how best to use the high-quality writing and grammar resources to supplement their core curriculum to meet their unique goals and students’ needs.</p>
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              <h3 id="explicit-authentic-approach">Explicit, authentic approach</h3>
              <p>Opinion, informative, and narrative writing instruction are woven into the writing process to create authenticity in student writing. These steps (prewriting, drafting, revising, and publishing) are integrated within a genre study to help develop engaged, confident, independent writers.</p>
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              <p>The digital writing tool WaLT provides students in grades 2-5 with a creative space to plan, organize, evaluate, and revise their work while centralizing the writer’s notebook, reference texts, graphic organizers, and checklists. This allows them to complete the writing process 100% digitally with guidance and modeling from the teacher.</p>
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              <p>Students receive appropriate, grade-level grammar practice to apply their learning and demonstrate mastery of key skills taught in each lesson. Videos and practice games are automatically assigned to provide critical, independent practice opportunities.</p>
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              <p>“It’s refreshing to see products that are intentional and well-designed.. I’m always looking for quality resources, and Writing A-Z has them gift-wrapped with a bow!”</p>
              <p><strong>Stephanie Jenkins,</strong> K-2 Intervention Curriculum Coordinator, AZ</p>
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              <p>“I love that Writing A-Z allows students to learn as they play. I love seeing the excitement in their eyes from earning stars after a new skill is accomplished.”</p>
              <p><strong>Cynthia J.,</strong> Classroom Teacher, TX</p>
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              <p>“I really like what is included in Writing A-Z. It provides explicit instruction in both composition and grammar skills, which is the hallmark of a good writing curriculum.”</p>
              <p><strong>Hannah Irion-Frake,</strong> Teacher, Literacy Coach, PA</p>
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              <p>“Writing A-Z is a great investment for your students. I needed something to supplement my writing instruction, so I tried the free trial of Writing A-Z and loved it!”</p>
              <p><strong>Misty A.,</strong> Classroom Teacher, WV</p>
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              <p><br>“I particularly love the “I Do” instructional videos because they take the heavy lift off the teacher. The videos are engaging, with fun characters who teach writing concepts and important vocabulary terms.”</p>
              <p><strong>Rachel Beiswanger,</strong> Special Education Literacy Coach, NY</p>
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        <p>We’re proud to be recognized by industry experts for providing practical, effective literacy support educators trust and students love.</p>
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              <p><strong>Completing the Equation for a Comprehensive Literacy Approach</strong></p>
              <p>A comprehensive literacy approach isn’t just about reading—it’s about blending reading, writing, and critical thinking to help students really understand and communicate. By combining writing with key skills like phonics, teachers can build a well-rounded program that sets students up for success.</p>
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              <p><strong>From Struggle to Success: Navigating the Writing Process With Self-Regulated Strategy Development (SRSD)</strong></p>
              <p>Writing can be complex. Students rely on their teachers to provide the frameworks that transform writing from a challenge into an enjoyable experience. As educators, we need to ensure that our students are empowered to make informed decisions about their writing.</p>
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              <p><strong>How Writing Instruction Improves Reading Proficiency</strong></p>
              <p>Research-based literacy instruction isn't limited to just reading—writing is essential too. Writing instruction should be integrated with the development of reading skills, as both activities revolve around the use and understanding of language. When students engage in writing, they reinforce their grasp of language structures, such as syntax, grammar, and word usage.</p>
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              <p>The Science of Reading also includes writing. Like <a href="/site/company/what-we-do/foundational-skills">foundational literacy skills</a> instruction, <a href="/site/resources/breakroom-blog/the-science-of-writing">writing instruction</a> should be explicit and systematic as students learn the key skills necessary to become strong writers. The Simple View of Writing is a helpful framework for thinking about the components of a strong writing curriculum.</p>
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