Writing in the kindergarten classroom : it can be done!

When discussing early writing Vicki Spandel (2001) brings up the following very important point: We need to notice the little things (not just the big milestones) and put them to work to encourage our young writers, who are often doing much more than they get credit for\u27\u27 (p. 321 ). This project was built upon the idea that teachers would support writing through various instructional methods such as interactive, shared, and direct writing instruction. These activities are meant to supplement the Marion Independent School District kindergarten curriculum