The primary goal for this website is to provide facts and information that will help you make good decisions about using Step Up to Writing products, strategies, and materials. The information provided will help you learn more about Step Up, its purpose, and history.

This site contains a variety of documents including connections with other literacy programs, products, and methods. Some documents are included to help those who are involved in academic research or district/school planning.

Throughout the website, you will find first-hand advice to help make using Step Up to Writing more effective, to address common concerns, and to respond to frequently asked questions -- ones that I often receive and ones that you may receive from others.

Whenever possible, I have offered examples -- often in a downloadable PDF format. This includes support for lessons, guidance with assessment, and long/short-term planning.