Patty McGee is a nationally recognized literacy consultant, speaker, and educator with a passion for transforming classrooms into spaces where language and learning come alive. With decades of experience as a teacher, coach, and advocate for delightful literacy practices, Patty has worked alongside educators across the country, partnering to unlock the full potential of their students through innovative and practical teaching strategies. Not Your Granny’s Grammar is her third book. Previously, Patty was a Staff Developer for the Northern Valley School Consortium. She also served as a library media specialist and fourth-grade teacher. Patty has presented nationally and internationally.
I am always grateful to the Milken Educator Award network for the belief in me early in my career so that I would continue to take the road less traveled.
2009 Masters Degree in Teacher Leadership
2007 Associate Library Media Specialist
1994 Loyola University, B.A.
2009 Presenter at NCTE Convention
Not Your Granny's Grammar: An Innovative Approach to Engaging and Meaningful Grammar Instruction
Feedback that Moves Writers Forward
Writing Workshop Made Simple: 7 Essentials for Every Classroom and Every Writer