During the workshop participants explored the writers’ model and its integration with other curricular frameworks, learned to design and deliver effective mini lessons, and examined support structures that personalize learning.
Through hands-on activities, discussions, and collaboration, educators left equipped to implement Writers Workshop effectively, nurturing a passion for reading and writing while honoring student voice and choice.
“Attending the Readers and Writers Workshop was a transformative experience that has taken my teaching to the next level. I left feeling inspired, motivated, and equipped with practical strategies to enhance my students’ reading and writing abilities. The workshop was a game-changer, and I’m eager to implement the new skills and techniques I learned in my classroom to help my students become more confident and proficient readers and writers.”
Shreyaa Dutta Gupta, Calcutta International School, Kolkata
“This workshop has been an incredible learning journey! Over the past four days, I have gained practical strategies and innovative ideas to enhance reading and writing in my classroom. The sessions were interactive, thought-provoking, and full of ‘AHA’ moments—especially when reflecting through activities like ‘Highs and Lows,’ which I can’t wait to implement with my students. The facilitators created a welcoming and inspiring environment that encouraged collaboration and creativity. I’m leaving this workshop not only with a toolkit of fresh techniques but also with renewed enthusiasm to bring out the best in my students. Truly a game-changer for any educator!.”
Arpana Dhingra, Shiv Nadar School, Gurgaon
“Thank you, Heather and Priyamvada, for a lovely session on workable and easily implementable classroom strategies for both reading and writing. This scaffolded approach I’m sure will work wonders with students.”
Anita Chandrasekar, Velammal Group of Schools
“The workshop was an enriching experience that provided practical, research-based strategies to enhance literacy instruction. The facilitators, Ms Heather Onderick and Priyamvada Taneja Consulting, delivered insightful sessions that deepened our understanding of text structures and inquiry-driven lessons. The reading strategies and mini-lessons we developed will have an immediate impact on student engagement and comprehension. This workshop has truly empowered us with the tools to foster creativity, critical thinking, and a lasting love for literacy in our students.”