"Children who write before they read become better writers than those who don't, and you can start kindergartners writing even before they can print or spell. Bea Johnson learned from research and her personal journey in the K-1 classroom that early exposure to Writing Workshop brings rewards to both the student and the teacher. This seasoned educator brings her inspirational message to you, and it's full of terrific strategies to get you motivated and excited about the K-1 Writing-Workshop adventure. Reach every student, no matter their literacy level. Make writing a joyful experience for you and your students. You'll treasure this lovely and useful resource. •Explains how to set the stage for a successful classroom Writing Workshop •Details the value of the ""big four"": dictation, drawing, scribbling, and temporary spelling •Covers ten effective writing-workshop strategies to use in a literature-based setting or with any readiness series. Includes the Individual Language Experience Story, journal writing, writing conference, draw and write, pattern stories, the class mascot, the writing center, wordless books, retellings, and a class newspaper •Shows how to make parents your at-home ally"