Mentor Texts for your Figurative Language Unit
Figurative language is an essential part of developing student literacy. Because of the nature of language and the need for context or connection, it can
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Mentor Texts for Every Skill in Your Measurement Unit
As a teacher, introducing the basics of measurement and data in elementary school can be daunting – but it doesn’t have to be! With the
No-Prep Reading Comprehension with Sticky Notes
Reading comprehension doesn’t have to be a daunting task. We spend so much time planning, prepping, and curating the perfect comprehension activities for every lesson.
6 Great Books to Use for Labor Day in Your Classroom
Labor Day is quickly approaching! This holiday is often overlooked because the beginning of the year is so busy. But it is an excellent chance
6 Great Plant Books to Teach Plant Life Cycle to Students
Teaching your elementary students about plants? Don’t forget to grab a few books to keep in your classroom library! You can use these plant books
7 Incredible Poetry Books Your Students Will Love
It is so exciting when it is time to teach poetry! This genre is one that is enjoyable to teachers and students, alike. Plus, students
5 Great Books to Use Around Presidents Day
Presidents Day is around the corner! So, it’s time to start gathering some great Presidents Day books. Today, I have 5 excellent books to read
10 Great Winter Holidays Around the World Books and Read Aloud Suggestions
Teaching students about winter holidays around the world can be a wonderful way to celebrate diversity and foster cultural understanding. With so many December holidays
8 Fractured Folk Tale Books Your Students Will Love
When the fractured fairy tale line of books came out, I bought every single one. I used them for so many different standards. Now that
8 Great Books That Teach Central Message or Moral
When we’re teaching students how to understand fictional reading, it is essential for them to learn how to look for messages or morals in the
8 Perfect Fall Books for Your Classroom
Fall is such an amazing time of year! The temperatures are dropping and the leaves are changing color! I’ve talked in previous posts about using
11 Great Books for Your Community Unit
Many of us kick off our Social Studies curriculum with a unit on communities! This is an important building block to a student’s understanding of