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kellygallagher.bsky.social @kellygallagher.bsky.social · 12d

The NYT has cool contest for writing 100-word stories: www.nytimes.com/2025/09/25/l...

Tiny Memoir Contest for Students: Write a 100-Word Personal Narrative

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kellygallagher.bsky.social @kellygallagher.bsky.social · Sep 24

For a thoughtful look on how AI should be addressed in the teaching of writing, I recommend this book.

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kellygallagher.bsky.social @kellygallagher.bsky.social · Sep 11

Happy first birthday to my latest book. I feel very fortunate that it has resonated with many teachers. And a bit of news: I have a new book coming on February 19. Stay tuned.

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kellygallagher.bsky.social @kellygallagher.bsky.social · Sep 10

I really enjoyed this inside look into the making of this iconic album. It was interesting to see the revision process for many iconic songs. The insight into the creative process was fascinating.

kellygallagher.bsky.social @kellygallagher.bsky.social · Aug 17

I have posted the first article of the week for the 2025-2026 school year: www.kellygallagher.org/article-of-t...

I will post every Sunday. Happy new year!

article of the week — Kelly Gallagher

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kellygallagher.bsky.social @kellygallagher.bsky.social · Aug 16

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Larry Ferlazzo @larryferlazzo.bsky.social · Aug 13

Consider subscribing to this feed of over 300 ELL educators. If you're not on it, let me know if you want to be added! bsky.app/profile/did:...

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kellygallagher.bsky.social @kellygallagher.bsky.social · Aug 8

For those asking, I will begin posting a new year of articles of the week (AoW) on Sunday, August 17. They will be posted every Sunday thereafter throughout the school year.

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kellygallagher.bsky.social @kellygallagher.bsky.social · Jul 29

www.nytimes.com/2025/07/23/b...

Lemony Snicket’s Anti-Summer Summer Reading List

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Heinemann @heinemannpub.bsky.social · Jul 29

In the age of Google, do students really need to know things? Kelly Gallagher says yes! And here’s why: Students who know more can read better, think deeper, and learn faster. Content knowledge still matters. Learn more: spr.ly/63321fKVpt

Cover of Kelly Gallagher's book To Read Stuff you have to Know Stuff with the text,"Students who know moere, are able to read more, and read better."

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kellygallagher.bsky.social @kellygallagher.bsky.social · Jul 28

I am.

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kellygallagher.bsky.social @kellygallagher.bsky.social · Jun 22

Just one a day?

kellygallagher.bsky.social @kellygallagher.bsky.social · Jun 22

I'm still processing the loss of Kylene Beers, a giant in our field. Here is an interview she did two years ago with me and Penny Kittle: www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9oo...

S4 E10 May 1, 2023 with KYLENE BEERS!

YouTube video by Penny Kittle

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kellygallagher.bsky.social @kellygallagher.bsky.social · Jun 10

Typical dumb new initiative that hasn't been thought out.

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kellygallagher.bsky.social @kellygallagher.bsky.social · Jun 5

Congrats, Larry!

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kellygallagher.bsky.social @kellygallagher.bsky.social · May 29

Are you an educator interested in becoming a consultant? Or exploring ways to increase your visibility? If so, check out this cool book from marketing expert Willy Wood:
edconsultantmarketing.com/marketing-ma...

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kellygallagher.bsky.social @kellygallagher.bsky.social · May 28

Suggestions on what to read this summer: bookriot.com/round-up-of-...

Round-Up of Summer Reading Lists

21 summer reading lists for you to get lost in.

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kellygallagher.bsky.social @kellygallagher.bsky.social · May 14

Rob Manfred’s investigation found that the Astros cheated in the 2017 playoffs, and yet he let them keep the championship trophy. Now he reinstates Shoeless Joe Jackson, another World Series cheater. Kudos to the commissioner for his strong consistency!

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kellygallagher.bsky.social @kellygallagher.bsky.social · Apr 28

Part 3 of a conversation with Kristina Peterson and Dennis Magliozzi about how AI can be used to provide valuable feedback to your young writers:
blog.heinemann.com/podcast-ai-i...

kellygallagher.bsky.social @kellygallagher.bsky.social · Apr 14

How might AI be used as a writing partner for students? Check out this short podcast excerpt: blog.heinemann.com/podcast-ai-i...

On the Podcast: AI in the Writing Classroom, Part 1 | Heinemann

Are you an English teacher wondering how AI can enhance your classroom?

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kellygallagher.bsky.social @kellygallagher.bsky.social · Apr 13

Excellent book, and it really is not about teaching mathematics. Good teaching is good teaching. I recommend it for teachers at all grade levels, in all content areas.

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kellygallagher.bsky.social @kellygallagher.bsky.social · Mar 24

Lots to think about here: education.ufl.edu/patterson/fi...

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Larry Ferlazzo @larryferlazzo.bsky.social · Mar 22

Board Chairman John Wahl, who is also the chair of the Alabama Republican Party, said board members believe the Fairhope library is in violation of state policies to protect children from inappropriate materials. The books cited by the upset parents included “Sold,” a National Book Award finalist about a girl who is sold into sexual slavery in India.

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kellygallagher.bsky.social @kellygallagher.bsky.social · Feb 15

This book is excellent. Recommended.

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kellygallagher.bsky.social @kellygallagher.bsky.social · Feb 3

One of my favorite educators, Regie Routman, reviews lots of books, including my latest. Thanks, Regie. Scroll down here: www.regieroutman.org/blog/what-im...

regieroutman.org :: What I'm Reading: January 2025

Here are the books, with Commentary that I’ve read and most admired in recent months, July 2024-January 2025. The commentary at the end of this post is “Inspiring Short Texts for Today’s Challenging T...

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