Teachers set the tone and control the climate that influences the students’ feelings and emotions during writing periods.  Teachers should identify strengths and weaknesses in order to make a classroom an inviting place for writing experiences.

Lessons should include activities that motivate and challenge students with strategies, materials, and tools that intrigue the writers.  Teachers should provide an exciting writing environment, so the student looks forward to the activities. Build anticipation into the experiences, so the learner will be eager to work with new topics. Use “unknowns” to intrigue and stimulate curiosity.

Plan opportunities for the student who has little or no confidence in his writing ability.