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How to Use Your ELA Units for Test-Prep in 4 Simple Steps
As much as we hate to think about testing, it is just around the corner. As teachers, we all know that our job is to
Making Fluency Functional in Your Reading Block
Are you struggling to find ways to make fluency functional in your reading block? Teaching fluency can often feel tedious for both educators and students,
3 Anchor Charts for your Point of View Lessons
Do you ever struggle to get through the “point of view” lesson plan with your students? Teaching an unfamiliar concept can be tricky, so it’s
How to Use Biographies in Your Reading & Writing Lessons
Biography is an important genre in literature, offering readers the unique opportunity to gain insight into someone else’s life and experiences. They are a great
How to Make Fluency Fun with Reader’s Theater
Most teachers know that fluency practice is essential for helping students become more confident, competent readers. Unfortunately, it can also be a bit of a
Small Group and Partner Activities for Teaching Text Features
Last week, we talked about whole-group activities for teaching nonfiction text features. Today, I am going to share some lessons and activities for partners and
Whole Group Activities for Teaching Text Features
I know I talk about text features often, but they are such important elements of nonfiction texts. Text features are excellent comprehension tools! They help
Teaching Nonfiction Text Features in the Fall
Are you looking for a way to make your normal nonfiction content more engaging? One simple way to boost student engagement is to theme your
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
3 Ways Reading Exit Tickets Can Improve Your Teaching
As teachers, we are constantly looking for ways to check for understanding. We want to know: Was that lesson effective? Did they “get it”? Who
4 Reasons You Should Keep a Checklist of ELA Standards
Do you use Common Core Standards at your school? Do you find it difficult to fit in all of the ELA standards you’re required to
Your Guide to Mastering the ELA Standards
Do you use the Common Core Standards? Are you looking for a way to make the ELA standards fit perfectly into your classroom instruction? There
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 Fun Compare and Contrast Whole Group Activities
Comparing and contrasting is an important cross-curricular skill that all students need to master. In order for your students to nail down this skill, you
Anchor Charts to Help Students Understand Poetry
Poetry is such a fun type of reading and writing. I have found that kids love learning about it and teachers love teaching it! While