Most educators know that engaging students in visual representations of math is extremely helpful for their learning. The big misconception is that visual math can't be implemented for higher levels of math, but that is not true. Most manipulatives like geometric solids, two-colored counters, … [Read more...]
Practicing Punctuation During Your Read Aloud Time
Punctuation is one of those funny things. You think that by the time students reach upper-elementary, they will have a firm grasp on basic language rules of punctuation. You hope that your students will come to you knowing how and when to use proper punctuation. However, after reading some of my … [Read more...]
Spreading Kindness in the Classroom
Now, more than ever, we need to teach our students about spreading love and kindness. I am a firm believer that the best way to do this is by showing our students what it looks like and what it sounds like to be kind. When it comes to lessons on character and community building, I sometimes teach … [Read more...]
6 Easy Tips to Organize the Disorganized Student
There are always a couple students each year who really struggle to stay organized. These students are not difficult to spot. They often have messy desks and lockers, can't locate things, are unprepared for class, are unaware of deadlines, have trouble prioritizing, and are unfocused. In the past, … [Read more...]
Writing Narrative Endings
I have to be honest. Teaching writing is tough. Each year, I set out to build a community of writers, and it is no easy task. One of the toughest things for my students is writing endings. They always start out with catchy beginnings only to get bogged down and just stop at the end. How many … [Read more...]
How To Convert Your Fake Readers Into Real Readers
I'm here to share some tried and true tips and tricks to convert your fake readers into real readers. To help our fake readers, we have to identify their coping behaviors that are helping them hide the fact that they aren't reading. Here is a list of 10 Ways to Spot a Fake Reader: I … [Read more...]
Fall and Halloween Close Reading Passages, Text-Dependent Questions & More
I'm back with my next Close Reading resource for you! If you and your students enjoyed my five other seasonal and holiday Close Reading resources, you will love my Halloween Close Reading Passages, Text-Dependent Questions & More! The information below is just a sample of what's included! … [Read more...]
Stop The Morning Chaos: A Strong Morning Routine That Works
A morning routine is a set of procedures that students follow each day as they enter the classroom. The procedures can be as simple as students knowing where to store their belongings, where to place completed homework assignments, or where to sit. Having a strong set of procedures that … [Read more...]
Must-Have Resources for Reading and Writing Workshop
I'm here to share some of my Must-Have Resources for Reading and Writing Workshop. My top must-haves include: A great classroom library that is organized for your students, easy for them to use, and contains a whole plethora of books is so important. Students need to feel like they have access … [Read more...]
Fraction Anchor Chart Freebie and Hands-on Fractions
I'm here to share a fraction anchor chart freebie and a hands-on mini lesson idea I used with my math intervention students. When we started our unit on fractions and did our pre-assessments, I quickly learned that I have a small group of students who need quite a bit of intervention. Unfortunately, … [Read more...]
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