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Thinking Maps  •  Thinking Maps Software  •  Language for Leadership
Write from the Beginning  •  Write for the Future  •  Whimbey Method

Write... from the Beginning

Write... from the Beginning, by Jane Buckner, Ed.S., is a developmental writing program focused on early childhood training in those criteria that are necessary for successful writing achievement beyond the primary years.

Teachers within a school develop a common, targeted focus and shared accountability for schoolwide writing performance.




Write... from the Beginning is designed to be implemented in those schools that have received training in the Thinking Maps® common visual language.

The program includes both narrative and expository writing for grade levels K through 5. Teachers build upon and extend the instruction of the previous grade level by using Improvement Rubrics and Focused Mini-Lessons so that high student writing achievement is expected on state and local writing tests.


Materials

Write... from the Beginning

This is the Write... from the Beginning training / resource manual for all teachers in grades K-5. It utilizes Thinking Maps® to give both students and teachers the knowledge and skills necessary for age-appropriate writing instruction and achievement.





Write... from the Beginning   
   Training of Trainers Guide


This is a special resource manual for those interested in becoming trainers in Write... from the Beginning. This manual, in conjunction with the intensive Training of Trainers professional development plan, prepares skilled educators to train others in the use of Write... from the Beginning within their own region, district, or school.

Write from the Beginning - Training of Trainers Guide


Professional Development Models

Single School Level

Single School Level



Small District Level

Small District Level



Large District Level

Large District Level



Regional Training of Trainers

Regional Training of Trainers

For More Information

Calendar - Click here to find a regional training that fits your schedule.

Examples - Click here to see samples of student work using the Write... from the Beginning program.

Research and Results - Click here to view data showing how Write... from the Beginning is helping students become better writers.

If your school or district has already implemented Thinking Maps® and you are interested in using Write... from the Beginning to improve your students' writing, please click here to receive a no-obligation proposal.  If you have additional questions, please call our toll-free number or e-mail us at office@thinkingmaps.com for assistance.




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