How to Begin the School Year Digitally
After spending more than a quarter of the school year distance learning during the 2019-2020 school year, we can count on depending on technology in
After spending more than a quarter of the school year distance learning during the 2019-2020 school year, we can count on depending on technology in
One of my favorite ways to review Informational Text Structures with upper elementary kids is to organize a text structure scavenger hunt! First, I teach
When upper elementary kids struggle with reading, as teachers, we want to do everything possible to help these reluctant readers improve their reading skills and
As we move toward more digital-centric classrooms, it’s important that we find ways to support ALL of our students to help them succeed. Whether the
The National Reading Panel researched the essential components of reading in 2000 and came up with a list of five: Phonemic awareness Phonics Vocabulary Fluency
Over the past few weeks, I have been simply amazed by our teaching community. Teachers have taken on the challenge of eLearning with style, poise,
By now, you’ve probably heard about Google Classroom™. Google Classroom™ allows teachers to connect with students in ways they never have before. Whether you are
Read alouds are definitely not just for little kids! I have always loved doing read alouds in upper elementary and they’re an important part of
Have you ever had that moment of overwhelming excitement and a simultaneous wave of dread wash over you as you hit the middle of May?
Whether you love poetry or are somewhat reluctant to dive into it regularly, there are so many reasons why poetry is important for upper elementary
The Think Aloud technique is a great way to increase reading comprehension in upper elementary students! Think alouds are particularly powerful because they help teach
Within the last decade, our classrooms have changed dramatically. I remember when my first projector was installed. Oh, how excited I was to do away
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