Enhancing Writing and Communication Through Sentence Building: A Pedagogical Approach

Presented by Mindy Reifer, MA, Elementary and Middle School Principal, ELA Specialist; Shanita Francis, Social-Emotional Brain-Based Learning Consultant; Zisel Roth, M.S.Ed., Grammar & Writing Curriculum Design Specialist, Author of 20+ Instructional Texts for K-8; and Jennah Schuh, M.Ed., SBL, SDL, Director of Education and Training, Achieve

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Triple C Writing.

The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.

The presentation slide deck can be accessed here.

This dynamic edWeb podcast empowers educators to transform grammar instruction from abstract rules into meaningful, practical writing skills. Listeners engage in a clear, step-by-step process for crafting strong core sentences within an effective structural framework—and then expand those sentences into well-developed, cohesive paragraphs.

As teachers experience this structured writing approach firsthand, they actively apply grammar terminology in authentic contexts, making it easier to translate these strategies directly into classroom instruction. The result is a practical, adaptable method that supports language and communication skills across all student populations.

By the end of this edWeb podcast, educators are able to:

• Distinguish between traditional grammar instruction and applied grammar strategies that promote authentic language development
• Implement effective techniques for teaching grammar in context rather than in isolation
• Evaluate and apply instructional tools that support sentence construction across multiple age groups and grade levels
• Design inclusive writing lessons tailored to general education, special education, and ESL/ELL/ENL/ML learners
• Utilize practical resources that encourage ongoing writing practice, reinforcement, and skill transfer

This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 teachers, school leaders, and district leaders.

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