In this post, we’ll highlight the importance of independent practice opportunities in foundational skills development and suggest ways to structure independent practice...
One of the most efficient ways to improve student writing is to write daily. To ensure writing occurs daily in my classroom I've implemented quickwrite strategies and...
While there’s no quick fix for antsy young learners, I’ve gathered a special batch of FREE printable phonics games that’s sure to engage even the most reluctant students!...
We know from research that explicit, systematic instruction is best when it comes to phonics. Within explicit, systematic instruction, students need the chance to play with...
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...
In this article, you'll discover how team-building activities benefit high school students, ways to ensure team-building activities will be successful, and a variety of...
Use simple back-to-school writing prompts to assess writing skills and learn important information about each student in your room! Individual Back-To-School Writing Prompts
Although I have been working all summer long, the inevitable school year start date suddenly looms up before me, scary and overwhelming. To honor teachers also feeling the...
In this article, you'll find fun first week of school activities for middle school students that can be downloaded and printed for FREE! I love that these back-to-school...
I wanted to highlight a few ways students can continue engaging with words during summer break. The summer vocabulary worksheets included in this article are great to share...
In this article, you will learn how to use national anthems to engage students in a variety of close reading activities! Plus, download a free National Anthem Close Reading...
The summer is a great time to enhance skills, improve units and add to professional knowledge. During the school year, teachers and principals are often so busy with...