Build Writing Stamina with This Quick Daily Strategy
If you're trying to help your students become stronger, more confident writers, one of the most effective tools you can use is a daily quick write . But there’s a key twist that makes it work even better— teach them this: Write a scene, not a story. Why Quick Write Scenes? Quick writes are short, low-pressure writing sessions where students get words on the page without overthinking. They’re perfect for: Building writing stamina Improving fluency Encouraging creative risk-taking Reducing writer’s block Getting them to pull a fist-pump while blurting, "yessssss!" as they enter the room (a teacher's dream, lol) But here’s the catch: not all quick writes are created equal. Skip the “One Day I Was…” When I assign quick writes, I have one important rule: No starting with “One day I was…” Why? That phrase leads to summary and backstory. Instead, I challenge students to drop us straight into the moment. 📌 Example: ❌ “One day I was walking to school...