Essentially M

Margaret E. Mooney is an internationally renowned and
respected educator, author, and editor. Her editing skills have
enabled her to produce a vast array of books for children and
for teachers.
 
Margaret spends many days each year in schools and classrooms
working with students and teachers on the use of books and
strategies for successful reading and writing. She has had a
profound and lasting impact on education. With Essentially M your
students will learn about writing, editing, and revision from the
expert.

Margaret E. Mooney is the author or co-author of:

   A Book is a Present
   A Matter of Balance
   Caught in the Spell of Writing and Reading: Grade 3 and Beyond
  Text Forms and Features

A few examples of the great features of this book are shown on
pages 52 and 53 (see this double-page spread. Click image to enlarge.)

On page 52  Margaret E. Mooney --

   * Addresses the importance of writing every day
   * Reveals how she makes this happen by structuring and
      organizing her day/time
   * Tells readers how she, too, a real writer, has to allow for
      intrusion of other demands yet continue to strive to improve

On page 53

   * The picture shows the many and various kinds of books 
      written by the author
   * The text speaks to the challenges of choosing the right words
   * It encourages readers with the message that it's ok if some
      things never get published,  just keep writing and honing
      your skills
 

Essentially M
by Margaret Mooney

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From Essentially M pages 52-53
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On the Slant

Jane Yolen is an author of children's books from fantasy to science fiction, including How Do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight? and Water Music. She is also a poet, a teacher of writing and literature, and a reviewer of children's literature. She has been called the Hans Christian Andersen of America and the Aesop of the twentieth century.

Jane Yolen's books and stories have won the Caldecott Medal, two Nebula Awards, two Christopher Medals, the World Fantasy Award, three Mythopoeic Fantasy Awards, the Golden Kite Award, the Jewish Book Award, and the Association of Jewish Libraries Award.

“The important thing about writing is that one must do it every     
day.  Like athletes and dancers, writers must exercise their writing
muscles regularly.”                                                       

Author of
● Briar Rose
● Commander Toad
● The Devil's  Arithmetic
●Owl Moon
● A Letter from Phoenix Farm

Out of the Dark

Nikki Grimes is the recipient of the 2006 NCTE Award for Excellence in Poetry for Children. Her distinguished works include ALA Notable book award What is Goodbye?, Jazmin's Notebook, Dark Sons, and The Road to Paris (Coretta Scott King Author Honor Books).

Creator of the popular Meet Danitra Brown, Ms. Grimes lives in Corona, California. Nikki Grimes does not consider herself a bona fide storyteller, but, as she told an audience at the Library of Congress, she is happy to own the title Poet. Born and raised in New York City, Nikki began composing verse at the age of six and has been writing ever since.

 “I had to beat back a lot  of darkness in my life to find my way
to the light–my pen was a secret weapon in that battle.”

  Author of   
 ● A Pocket Full of Poems 
 ● Bronx Masquerade
 ● The Road to Paris
 ● When Gorilla Goes Walking

Ralph Fletcher is a well-loved author of many valuable books,
including books about how to write in various genres.  His books help
teachers inspire students to become eager and proficient writers;
and his school visits are a celebration of reading and writing. With
Reflections you can have a visit from Ralph Fletcher in book form.

Read the transcript from the online discussion Ralph Fletcher Sept 24-27, 2007

Ralph Fletcher is the author of:      

    Boy Writers:  Reclaiming Their Voices
    Fig Pudding
    Flying Solo
    How to Write Your Life Story

A few examples of the great features of this book are shown on
pages 52 and 53 (see this double-page spread. Click image to enlarge.)

On page 28  Ralph Fletcher --

   * Tells how he uses a notebook to record his inner feelings
      and thoughts
   * And it shows (rather than tells) an authentic example of this

On page 29

   * Addresses the value of recording "sensory impressions,
      odd things that happen, thoughts, dreams, and
      reactions"
   * The text notes the importance of revisiting, self-rejecting,
      and selecting
   * It tells how ideas or jottings can be the source of worth
      while, meaningful writing

Reflections  
by Ralph Fletcher  
 
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From Reflections pages 28-29
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