The 5 Pillars of Effective Writing Instruction
PILLAR 1: Purposeful Planning
What if every child in your class believed they could write?
In this landmark first episode, Phil and Sharon introduce a 2026 series dedicated entirely to the art and craft of teaching writing. Joining them are Danielle Monique and De Ludlum — two Year 6 teachers from regional Western Australia who have spent five years building something extraordinary. Through honest conversation, practical detail, and the occasional laugh, they reveal how Pillar 1: Purposeful Planning, transforms not just what children write, but how they see themselves as writers. This is essential listening for every classroom teacher.