Punctuation is important to clarity in writing. Commas are a common punctuation mark that can spice up any writing. Commas are often used before a conjunction in a compound...
As an English teacher, I love punctuation jokes. A common joke follows: Let’s eat Grandma! Commas matter. Let’s eat, Grandma. Another favorite is the picture of a group of...
Verbs have three perfect tenses. The perfect tenses describe actions that have been completed. Give your students practice on this important grammar concept with my printable...
Today's grammar worksheets focus on key CCSS Language Standards L.9-10.1.A Visuals are a great way to engage student thinking. Below is a simple grammar exercise to teach...
This grammar exercise focuses on CCSS Language Standard L.3.1.F Sometimes it's the simplest grammar activities that help students grasp a concept! The Subject-Verb Agreement...
Planning is one of my favorite parts of teaching. When I start I know I have limitless options to help students become successful writers. One decision I have to make is what...
As I have said in a previous post, I love meeting new people. It makes sense that one of my favorite parts of a new school year is getting to know my students. When I begin...
I remember when spell check first was included in Microsoft’s documents. “What a blessing,” I thought. “Use your resources,” I told my students as they typed their papers....
Humor is a wonderful element in any classroom. Misplaced pronouns are a common error, and albeit humorous, misplaced pronouns can lead to ambiguity and confusion in writing....
I love spending time on the water. It might be a lake, a river, a pond, or a pool. Water is relaxing and refreshing which are both necessary in the summertime. With summer...
A fragment is. And sentences that run on and on and on and on and on. In this age of social media, online writing is booming and with it comes informal writing. If a young...
Teachers are not alone in the time of the CCSS! The Common Core State Standards are a set of educational goals with a synergistic approach. Standards provide a common...