Here is a quick reference guide on the different types of Reading Genres to use in your classroom. Some ideas on how to use the guide are: Have your students glue it into their Reader's Response Journal as a reference tool. Make it bigger and use it as a poster. Use it as a teaching guide. Like this product? Want to see more incredible items relating to Reading and Writing? Check out my store!!!
Do you have elementary students in your homeschool? If so, you will find this FREE Elementary Reading & Writing Bundle so helpful! It’s full of useful homeschool printables for writing and reading assessment as well as reading comprehension. This limited time freebie will end on 4/26 so you will want to be sure to grab the...
The workshop model is a great way to differentiate your instruction for all learners in your classroom. This post focuses on workshop for gifted students.
Angry children don't rage for anger's sake. Rather, their behavior is a symptom of a deeper issue. Here's a close look at the anatomy of an angry gifted child, plus suggestions for helping her cope.
You'll want to learn about this punishment that works.
Today I wanted to share some of my favorite books to support your lessons on respect. Having strong read-alouds makes it so much easier to introduce and reinforce social-emotional skills. […]
I struggled with reading when I was younger. It was one of my least favorite things to do. I would check off my reading log a fraction of the time I was actually supposed to. All of the beautiful classics that almost everyone read when they were in school and enjoyed reading in their free time, were not read by me when I was younger. Why? I can tell you a laundry list of reason but what I think it really boils do to is the lack of interest. Books just simply weren’t fun for me to read because I
Looking for some read-alouds for the new school year? Here are 27 books that encourage kindness and empathy and promote positive mindsets!
Want to do a project centered on emojis? Kids love emojis! Check out this Create Your Own Emoji activity that can be completed in Google Drive.
We always dove into our insect unit in the spring, I wanted to let you know that I put together a list of insect books for you to use with your class! Be sure to stick around until the end of this post, because I have something VERY special for you and your students!
Aphasia is a communication disorder that results from damage or injury to the brain. A person with aphasia may have trouble understanding, speaking, reading, or writing. In this article we cover: Types of Aphasia 10 Communication Strategies for Activity Staff Aphasia Activity Ideas for Activity Coordinators Printable Activities
Check out our list of FREE Minecraft Math Activities. If you have a Minecraft fan in your home, this is a great way to teach math skills at the same time.
Have you ever wanted to add slides to existing Google Slides presentations your students have already started working on? Come read about the Slip-in-Slide Add-On that is ideal for teachers who use digital notebooks, digital writing journals, digital activities and more that are created in Google Slides! This is a game changer for the Google Classroom.
“My child understands but doesn’t speak” is something that all speech pathologists have heard. While most of the time this is probably true, there are some cases in which the child has learned strategies to make it look like he is understanding when he isn't. I will show you how to detect true understanding.
Wondering how to improve reading fluency with young readers? Get eight practical tips!
Yoga improves your strength, flexibility, and balance, along with relaxing your mind. Here are 9 types of yoga and everything you need to know about them.
Want to have a meaningful book discussion with your kids? Click here to learn more about effortless Charlotte's Web discussion questions.
Have you ever thought you'd like to homeschool? Ever feel like you're crazy for wanting to? What if your child begins school this year, and you face some unexpected changes? Here are a few scenarios where I think homeschooling would be an excellent option to consider. Personally, I am always a little embarrassed when I tell
Today, I’m sharing our book list for making connections! Be sure to check out all our reading comprehension book lists. We even have printable comprehension book list. *This post contains affiliate links. One important comprehension strategy we want readers to use is making connections. There are three kinds of connections readers make before, during or after ... Read More about Book List for Making Connections
Have you ever thought about using wordless videos in your speech therapy lessons? It increases engagement! Start with these videos...
Find 10 creative ways to have learning fun with Shakespeare! Resources, activities, games, and more to help your kids love the Bard!
Want to improve your students' vocabulary? Included are 38 Word of the Week posters, one for each week of the school year. Stick them up on the wall each week, or put them all onto a keyring and hook them onto your board to switch them easily each week. CHECK OUT OUR BUNDLE WHICH INCLUDES WORD, IDIO...
Looking for ways to reinvent yourself and improve your life? Here are 10 key ways to reinvent yourself and improve your life once and for all.
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Paragraph writing is a big challenge for many students. This post includes a step-by-step method to help your students write great paragraphs in no time.
Home remedies for sinus infection can be highly effective. They can help alleviate the symptoms and get some immediate relief. Read on to know what can work.
These are my must-have speech therapy materials "schools edition!" I'll share my professional philosophy so you can understand my suggestions.
If you have to switch to a corn-free diet, this post is a must-read! Here's why you might want to switch to corn-free, plus tips for eliminating corn.
Want to create large letters for your classroom? We outline a step by step set of directions to create large bulletin board letters that look amazing!
After 4 IUIs and 2 cancelled IVFs, I was getting desperate. I stumbled upon a podcast and it completely changed my life.
Want your elementary aged kid to read and know classic books? Check out this list of the most loved books that have stood the test of time!
Here are the best ways I've found to get free books — hard copy and digital. Free books, e-books, and audiobooks, are absolutely within your grasp!
One of the staples of takeaway food, Subway Tuna sandwich is a great meal to have. If you’ve ever been curious or wanted to make it by yourself, we have
Do you want to know how to Detect the Signs/Symptoms of having Dyslexia? Check out from this infographic.
These are my must have Amazon finds for your classroom this year! Grab a few of these and save your time and your sanity!
Mrs. Thompson’s Treasures is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program. This post may contain affiliate links. Do you remember those Highlights magazine hidden picture pages like these? I remember always having fun with those in the waiting room at the doctor’s office. I wanted to create something similar, […]
7 easy tips to start a sketching habit. Learn how to make a habit of sketching every day. How to start sketching. How to keep a sketchbook
Katakolon, Greece is a stop of several cruises and is a great Greece Cruise Port to visit since it's the gateway to Olympia.
Want to know how to ensure at-home reading accountability without using reading logs for elementary students? Read this blog post to learn how I got rid of reading logs and implemented status of the class instead to instill a love of reading and support students in their daily reading habits both at
