"The UNICORN of Writing" Ep. 17

"The UNICORN of Writing" Ep. 17

Update: 2025-09-21
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In this episode, I share the story behind one teacher’s phrase “the unicorn of writing” and unpack what that really means.

We’ll explore why writing instruction so often feels frustrating, what qualities a true “unicorn” approach would have, and the small shifts you can make to bring some of that magic into your own classroom. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of reluctant writers turning a corner, and I’ll leave you with a few practical strategies you can try tomorrow.

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"The UNICORN of Writing" Ep. 17

"The UNICORN of Writing" Ep. 17

Robin Mellom