"Develop children's deep knowledge of literacy concepts with these must-have writing minilessons-200 concise, explicit, whole-group lessons with a purposeful application in building children's literacy power. With The Writing Minilessons Book, engage students in inquiry that leads to the discovery and understanding of a general principle they can apply to their learning. Principles are based on the behaviors and understandings in the one-of-a-kind, market-leading Fountas & Pinnell Literacy Continuum. The writing minilessons in this book serve as a guide to a meaningful, systematic approach to literacy learning. When you surround children with literacy, provide them with time to write, encourage their efforts with enthusiasm, and gently guide them, you create the right conditions for children to grow into confident, engaged writers. Put writing minilessons into action and make learning visible for every child, every day. Now, with The Writing Minilessons Book at your fingertips: Focus learning on a single idea so children can apply the learning and build on it daily Foster community through the development of shared language Use an inquiry approach to support active, constructive learning Make connections using mentor texts from interactive read-aloud and shared reading Create relevance by linking to previous learning experiences Expand students' writing competencies and link them to reading Generate anchor charts during whole-group instruction for students' reference Nurture student independence with opportunities to extend learning Meet children's needs and build on their strengths"--