I’ve been told I’m odd because I find revision enjoyable. Getting words on paper/screen is hard for me, but once something is written, I’ll tear into it. I can tweak endlessly, rewrite entire paragraphs, reorganize at the last minute. My co-authors valiantly put up with me and I’m quite grateful for their patience.
But convincing my students that revision is not just essential, but can be fun, is really tough. And given the groan that rumbles across a room of teachers when you mention supporting kids doing revision, my students and I aren’t alone. Two things have helped. First, the concept of fusion. Second, The Most Magnificent Thing (h/t to Michelle!).
