FREE, LIVE Webinars
Topic 1: Meaningful Grammar for Grades 1-12
Revolutionize the way your students understand grammar--without subscription fees!
Topic 2: Reading for Meaning for Grades 1-12
Learn effective strategies for creating critical readers of fiction and nonfiction--without subscription fees!
Who should attend this training?
Anyone who works with 1st-12th grade students is welcome, including classroom teachers, homeschoolers, support staff, administrators, tutors, and pre-service teachers.
How much does the training cost?
Nothing! Our webinars are completely free.
Is this really training or just a sales pitch?
We completely understand why you would ask that! Though we do share information about specific DGP resources, the training provides lots of strategies that anyone can use without purchasing materials or paying subscription fees. Following each session, each participant receives a certificate of attendance and free resources from DGP Publishing. Here is some feedback we've received from participants:
"This grammar webinar stands out as one of the most practical and inspiring I've experienced in years. Dawn didn't just talk about grammar instruction--she provided a clear, well-structured outline for how to teach grammar in a way that actually connects with students' writing. It was refreshing to see grammar treated not as a set of isolated rules, but as a living tool to empower student expression and clarity. The outline provided was detailed, but not overwhelming. It broke the process down into manageable, purposeful steps. As someone who's always valued a balanced literacy approach, I appreciate how this model respects both structure and creativity and provides opportunities to implement what is learned, which makes instruction more meaningful for students and also supports long-term retention and application." (Lisa, MO)
“I attended one of Dawn’s sessions in person at a conference a few years ago and loved it. As our school's funding for travel diminishes, it’s great to be able to get the same amazing training online for my whole department—for free!” (Greg, TX)
"I just relearned more about grammar than I have in two years of teaching it (later in life career changer teaching at an independent school). Really looking forward to using DGP with my students. Thanks so much!" (Lily, MD)
“I’ve seen dozens of grammar programs that claim to be ‘different,’ but they really aren’t. Daily Grammar Practice is the only one that is quick but TRULY meaningful. This webinar was well worth my time.” (Keshia, LA)
"Dawn's Reading for Meaning webinar was eye-opening for me. I've always discussed literature with my students, but I never really understood how to help them understand all the nuances of texts--especially informational texts. I've been using the techniques from the webinar to help my students prepare for the SAT and ACT, and their comprehension has improved dramatically." (Colleen, GA)
"This session was well-planned and delivered with lots of examples of strategies that teachers can bring back to their students." (Crystal, GA)
"Excellent information practical, engaging, and directly connected to what our students truly need in grades 1–5. I appreciated the clear examples and ready-to-use strategies that make grammar instruction less rigid and more purposeful." (Sheila, NC)
"I love the idea of working with a variety of grammar concepts at the same time instead of just individual topics. I believe this will help my students better grasp the overall structure/purpose of grammar, while also encouraging them to think more critically about their own writing. Mrs. Burnette was very informative and offered relevant examples to convey the benefits of the DGP program." (Elizabeth, OH)
"It was very helpful! Thank you for the practical strategies for both teaching grammar and connecting it to writing practice in a meaningful way! The brain research to back up the approach was great! I'm excited for us to try this approach with our students this year!" (Rachael, TN)
"I love the variety of strategies shown with specific examples of each - I especially look forward to implementing the "1-6 word paragraph summaries" this year! Thanks again for giving your time (on a Saturday, at that!) to share your knowledge with others." (Robert, GA)
Is this a live training?
Yes! The training takes place via Zoom with a live instructor. Participants have the opportunity to ask questions, and we limit the number of participants in each session so your questions won't be overlooked.
Who teaches the training?
Our workshops are taught by veteran teacher and curriculum developer Dawn Burnette. For the past 20 years, Dawn has taught workshops at conferences and has traveled to schools around the country to teach professional development. She has also taught students of all ages in physical and online classrooms. Dawn is passionate about teaching language arts, and her webinars are engaging, informative, and inspirational!
When is the training, and how do I sign up?
At the bottom of this page, you will find a list of dates/times. Each webinar is about an hour long. Just choose the one that's best for you; then click on the registration link.
What if I have more questions?
Please email Dawn at dburnette@dgppublishing.com with any questions.
Available dates and times
We have wrapped up our 2025 summer sessions! If you missed out, feel free to watch one of the recorded sessions below. You may also email Dawn with questions about individualized PD for your school.
Missed out on Meaningful Grammar for Grades 6-12? You can watch a recording HERE.
Missed out on Meaningful Grammar for Grades 1-5? You can watch a recording HERE.
Missed out on Reading for Meaning for Grades 1-12? You can watch a recording HERE.