As I sit preparing my keynote address on Zoom for the Reading Specialists Council of Suffolk professional development series, my mind wanders back and forth between the content component and the creative process.
The "Second Summer" October days we are having provides a beautiful Autumn scene outside my library window. The light streaming in promotes creativity and helps me keep on task. Below is an example of a slice from my upcoming presentation.
Writing is an art form that moves thoughts to paper. It is a process that reveals pieces of the inner self while splashing thoughts across the page. Writing starts as a glimmer of an idea, a seed that sprouts in the quiet corners of your mind, and takes form when the muse beckons you. Writing can be an arrangement of free thoughts or an on-demand task. It can be a messy synthesis of ideas or an elegant rewrite. With faith, the writing process allows thoughts to germinate, grow, and give voice to a learning life.
I look forward to my first keynote address at a professional development program. CTLE credits are being provided for all educators who participate. There is even a book raffle of Buffy Silverman's newest Kidlit book (donated by Lerner Books).
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Carol, your example really nails what writing is, where it comes from, and how it grows. Sometimes something inside of us just bursts forth on the page. It cannot be contained. Sometimes the seed of an idea needs to be nurtured until it takes hold and blossoms. I am sure those listening to your keynote will come away inspired and with a deeper understanding of what writing is and how it happens.
ReplyDeleteBob, I am hoping for what you said: teachers to have a deeper understanding of what writing is and how it happens. Thanks for being the cheerleader on the sidelines encouraging me to go forward.
DeleteBest wishes, Carol! I have no doubt you will be insightful and enthusiastic on the power of writing. I adore that Susan Sontag quote.
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