We always want to be prepared for all things in our classroom, but one thing that is sometimes challenging but essential is being prepared for State Testing. Today, I am hopeful that I can provide a few test prep strategies for elementary students and ideas to inspire you. If your students are getting ready to take […]
Writing Strong Hooks Intros and Conclusions
Why is it important to teach your students how to write strong intros and conclusions in their writing? Let’s think about it for a minute. Have you ever picked up a story from a student and known exactly how it would turn out after reading the first line? Each sentence was predictable. There was no […]
Teaching Life Cycles in Upper Elementary
Watching students’ eyes grow wide in amazement as they learn about watch seeds grow into plants is a one-of-a-kind experience. It’s similar to watching students discover how caterpillars turn into butterflies in a few short weeks through learning about life cycles! Engaging and fascinating for students, life cycles cover a wide range of plants and […]
Growing Students Word Choice and Vocabulary
Do you notice many of your students do not have a strong foundation of word choice, and vocabulary? Let’s set the stage… you notice your fourth-grade student is struggling with reading and reading comprehension. She is able to read the words and sound them out, but for some reason, she really doesn’t like reading. One […]
Spring Poetry Bulletin Boards Ideas
Looking for the perfect spring-themed poetry bulletin board to put up in your classroom? Why not have your kiddos write some spring-inspired poems? Poems can make the perfect bulletin board display while also giving your students the chance to hone their poetry skills. I like to give my students the opportunity to explore poetry throughout […]
Teaching Fables in Upper Elementary
Do you know what a fable is? These popular stories feature animals and also include a moral. If you’re a teacher, then you’ve definitely heard of them when you were reading through the Common Core Standards! In the third through fifth grades, they are part of the literature requirements. But, how do you make these […]
Teaching Fairy Tales in Upper Elementary
Do your students love fairy tales? Teaching Fairy tales in upper elementary can be timeless, with the magic, exciting storylines, and fascinating characters. I love incorporating fairy tales into learning in my classroom! There are so many lessons to be learned! Here are some of the ways I teach using fairy tales: Teaching Fairy Tales […]
Teaching Figurative Language Activities
Do you want your students’ writing to grip you like a thriller novel? Marvelous, moving writing makes use of figurative language to interest readers. In fact, both skilled writers and readers need to know their way around figurative language. So, how can you teach your students about figurative language? There are plenty of options for […]
End of Year Activities and Freebies
It is the time of the year we are looking for motivation to help us have a successful End of Year. We reflect on all the things we have learned, taught and still want to teach our students. It always seems shocking how quickly the year actually flies by. So, as you start to prepare […]
Spring Writing Bulletin Board Ideas
It’s spring! This means it’s about time to change your bulletin boards to match the season. Why not get some meaningful writing practice while also creating a gorgeous spring writing bulletin board display? I love using writing prompts to inspire my students to practice their writing. Plus, once finished, their writing can make a beautiful […]
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