Teaching Kindness in the Classroom
It’s clear…just turn on the news and you realize that kindness is needed more than ever. Some may say that kindness should be taught at
It’s clear…just turn on the news and you realize that kindness is needed more than ever. Some may say that kindness should be taught at
The very first time I used task cards in my classroom, I was hooked! I love task cards because these little cards are loaded with
Teaching students to compare and contrast is a lot of fun for me! Unlike theme or the main idea, which can be tricky, students seem
December is such a magical time! Outside of the classroom, I love all of the lights, the special ornaments on my tree, and the family
So, you’ve always wanted to become a teacher, and finally, it’s here! Being a new teacher reminds me of the feeling I had when I
When Edutopia asked teachers if they only had a single day to teach, what they would teach… the results didn’t surprise me a bit. No
It doesn’t matter how long you’ve taught, how beautifully you made your lesson plans, or how well you have crafted a fabulous learning activity for
Have you ever found yourself thinking, “I just can’t wait to teach grammar?” I mean, we know that grammar is important and that we do
Mentor texts are one of my favorite tools to use in the classroom and I love using them to teach grammar. To me, grammar is
The end of the year is a hectic time. Kids are checking out as spring fever kicks in and you, as a teacher, are trying
I’ve always loved writing, so it makes sense that I also love to teach writing. Teaching writing though is not always easy. What seems so
Making inferences is one of the most important reading skills. It’s crucial not only because it helps kids comprehend text, but it is a key
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