Episode 237: Get Your Students Actually Enjoying Writing with this FUN Activity

<p>On this episode of Teaching Middle School ELA, Caitlin and Jessica discuss a fun and engaging lesson called &quot;The Case of the Stolen Pearls&quot; that can help middle school students enjoy writing. The activity involves solving a mystery to figure out which teacher stole a pearl necklace using an evidence-based writing approach. They discuss the importance of teaching literary analysis as the foundation of every other writing style and share tips for improving student writing scores.</p><p>The Case of the Missing Pearls<br/><a href='https://www.ebteacher.com/free-argumentative-writing-activity-SM'>https://www.ebteacher.com/free-argumentative-writing-activity-SM</a><br/><br/>Are you enjoying the podcast?</p><p>Tag us on Instagram <a href='https://www.instagram.com/ebacademics/'>@ebacademics</a> and let us know which episode you&apos;re listening to!</p><p>Make sure to subscribe to our channel and leave us a review!</p><p>Your review helps us reach even more middle school ELA teachers just like you! It would mean so much to us. To leave a review in iTunes, click <a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teaching-middle-school-ela/id1458448897'>HERE</a> by scrolling down our show page, selecting a star rating, and tapping “Write a review.” Let us know how this podcast is helping you in your ELA classroom!</p><p><br/><br/></p>