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Writing is a powerful tool for deepening knowledge, enhancing reading comprehension, and developing analytical thinking. It also plays a crucial role in helping all students engage with grade-level material. Yet, writing remains one of the most challenging tasks we ask students to master. To unlock the power of writing instruction, we need to: (1) reduce overwhelm by starting at the sentence level when needed, (2) teach grammar and writing conventions in the context of students’ own writing and, (3) integrate writing activities into the core curriculum—across all subjects and grade levels. This presentation will explore practical strategies and examples of effective writing activities that support these goals.