Upper elementary blog with practical, rigorous, classroom tested ideas to implement with your students.
10 significant reasons to read aloud to students on a
Okay teacher friend. It’s finally here. And I’m so excited! I’ve had this resource collecting dust on my computer for years now. I’ve been using this strategy in my classroom for the last few years, but haven’t had the energy or time (teacher life + mom life is exhausting, am I right?) to put it all together so that it’s ready to go for busy teachers like you! Well, it’s finally finished and I finally get to unveil it to you! Did you know I have a FREE downloadable reading response menu board that you can print now and use in your
This is a fun animals exercise for beginner ESL students focusing on the verb can and can't.
Don't have time in your day to reach every student? My 10 Minute Reading Intervention resource can help you squeeze in lessons that are fast & effective!
We’ve all been in a situation where we’ve made a fist, either as an expression of anger or right before hitting something (or an unfortunate someone).
Working with kids and young adults who are oppositional can be challenging. Being oppositional might mean refusing to do work, breaking rules, and engaging in other challenging behaviors. The truth is, many kids can be oppositional from time to time, so many of these strategies work with all learner
Download this FREE Help Your Child Learn to Read reading tips brochure for your students' parents to support their child in learning to read.
Thinking about implementing a Daily Three reading structure for reading rotations? Check out this post for details and example activities for each roation.
Get your students reading and writing this summer with these fun and engaging enrichment activities for elementary grades.
Here in third grade, we practice fluency daily with: -Word Lists -Phrase Lists -Passages/Running Records My Mental Journey I have had a love-hate relationship with fluency. As a third grade teacher, my students are subject to end of year, high-stakes testing for the first time. Fluency is not tested on these exams, students have
Upgrade your wall and make your own book art with these bestseller acrylic paint markers that Amazon reviewers swear by! I had been wanting to do a painted…
Here are some of my favorites STEM books for kids that you can add to your collection today! Before starting a STEM or building challenge, I always read a book with my class. I love connecting literacy, sitting together on the carpet, and engaging my students in discussions. There are so many amazing books that ... Read more
Are your students disinterested and tired of the traditional ways of learning characterization? Have you been searching for a really fun, student-centered, interactive way to eliminate their boredom? Well, look no further! I present to you a wonderful student-collaboration activity that will get your students involved and excited for a character analysis for any novel, […]
As you and I continue to brew kombucha, the living bacteria culture that ferments it, known as the SCOBY, grows and replicates itself with every brew. Rather than throwing these extra SCOBYs away, you can actually store and keep them alive and healthy for later use in recipes or as backups for future brews. A SCOBY hotel is a jar or container full of a stack of SCOBYs, sweet tea, and starter tea. The sweet tea will keep the SCOBYs well fed and alive for 4-6 weeks, at which point it will need to
Increase student engagement and reading comprehension with this simple strategy!
We need to understand that gifted children are not just “bright” – a highly subjective label. 15 signs of a gifted child--read on to learn.
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Learn how to make a reading pillow with this easy and fun sewing project. These pillows can make a great handmade gift for your loved one.
What Makes a Parent Love a Teacher ... and it's not what you might think! Read this terrific post by Jennifer Gonzalez to find out what really matters to parents. Be sure to download her free "deep data" chart for organizing your student data!
15 reading fluency activities you can do in minutes a day with strategies to improve reading fluency in your slow, choppy reader. Reading fluency games online, printable reading fluency games, reading passages and more! Education ideas - what are the 3 components of reading fluency? Wanting to know how to help your child read faster? Check out these ideas for reading fluency games, printable reading fluency games, timed reading games, plus reading fluency activities pdf format to print. If you find yourself asking - I want to know how to help my child read more fluently, check out these reading fluency activities, games, kindergarten fluency activities games, and other strategies to improve reading fluency.
Here are some tips and strategies on how to teach reading fluency in your homeschool or in your classroom literacy centers.
I have always been intrigued by the art of Sashiko, but I have never had a chance to learn more about it. This article from Koekoek was just what I was looking for. It is a nice introduction to th…
Halloween math activities and reading comprehension can be so much fun with Halloween Project Based Learning! What upper elementary student doesn't love haunted houses and everything spooky? Turn that excitement into learning with a creative, engaging, hands-on Design a Haunted House Project! This project is not only perfect for classrooms already familiar with project based learning (PBL), but it's also ideal for teachers who are looking for ways to really engage students with a high-interest activity. Kick off your Halloween Project Based Learning Unit by showing several different videos or ads which highlight haunted attractions and persuade people to visit
As students head back to school, ELA teachers everywhere are considering how they are going to begin the school year, so I wanted to walk you through one of my favorite lesson plans entitled, “Why do we read?” As an educator, there are few things as exciting and rewarding as introducing a young person to […]
PATRÓN EN ESPAÑOL SCHEMA IN ITALIANO Hello again! It’s been months now since I published a premium pattern for Snoopy, and I have recently discovered that it’s marked as «Bestseller» on…
A round up of over 15 great STEAM projects – where math concepts are used to make pieces of art!
You can enjoy gorgeous Mediterranean beaches, delicious Spanish tapas, and marvel at some castles in Germany. All without breaking the bank. Here are the most exciting, beautiful and cheapest cities in Europe for savvy traveler on a budget.
Plants don't have to be boring! Discover the structure and function of the layers of a leaf as you read and color this foldable. Flip through the layers of the leaf as you discover WHY the palisade layer is tightly packed and always facing up. Learn the function of each type of cell found in the leaf. Print and go. Simple directions. Total engagement. Includes application questions and answers. Time required: 1 hour. Possible Uses: •Use as an introductory notes on the structure and function of the leaf (This is how I use it in my classroom. I do this activity prior to giving any notes. It introduces a large portion of the vocabulary). •Leave with a sub •Use as a homework or follow-up to a plant unit Looking for other labs and activities to teach plants?! Related Products ⭐ Monocot vs. Dicot Plants Foldable Activity ⭐ Plants Reading Passage: Fruits vs. Vegetables ⭐ Plant Bundle: Activities - Labs - Handouts - Notes ⭐ Plant PowerPoint and Student Notes ⭐ Plant Test ⭐ Leaf Structure and Function: Crossword and Coloring ⭐ Stomata Observation Lab ⭐ Carrot Investigation ⭐ Flower Dissection Enjoy! CrazyScienceLady
Learn about famous art and create your own sculpture with this fun lesson about Giacometti.
When you are renovating your home and changing any configuration, at some point you may need to build an interior wall. Learn how to build a wall!
Teaching growth mindset can be done with read-alouds! Rosie's Glasses is a great book for this. Get ideas for using this book to teach being positive.
Binding is the final step of quilting and it must be perfect. Otherwise, all your efforts will be wasted!
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How to Read a Knitting Chart for Absolute Beginners with Video Tutorial by Studio Knit
Reading the Bible will help you find God nearer, closer, and more available. Find five steps for how to read the bible for beginners here.
This activity pairs perfectly with the book "Stand in My Shoes: Kids Learning About Empathy" by Bob Sornson. There is a video of the book being read aloud on YouTube. Kids identify what gives them certain emotions and learn that they can know how others feel by thinking "how would I feel if it were me?"
Yep, I said Perfect New York Style Bagels… and I do mean perfect!! These were my second attempt at homemade bagels. The first was a much simpler recipe, and turned out great bagels. This recipe though, is a perfect copycat of my favorite New York Style bagel shop bagels! I’m sure I will be making...Read More »
