With contributions from master teachers under the guidance of Gail Tompkins, Director of the San Joaquin Valley Writing Project, this book provides clear, step-by-step descriptions of 50 effective, proven strategies for helping learners in Grades 4-12 become competent strategic writers.Situated in the context of an actual classroom, each strategy is presented separately in each chapter with carefully constructed instructions for implementation. The book covers strategies for evaluating in small groups, creating a positive attitude about writing, developing fluency, finding a point of view, learning literacy devices, and so much more.For middle and secondary school reading and literature teachers.