Writing Prompts that Combat Bullying
For as long as we put children in large groups together, bullying will almost always be a problem that needs attention. But sometimes inspiring our students to do the right…
13 Best Ways to Help Students Who Struggle With Reading Comprehension
Reading comprehension is a critical skill in all of life--whether in school, at work, in the community, and even in the home. It is critical to our ability to communicate…
9 Fun Games to Teach Long Vowel Sounds
I have a really awesome list of 9 fun games to teach long vowel sounds. At least that's what my kids indicate when they beg me to play them. Learning…
How to Teach Students to Summarize the Right Way
It is very common for middle school students to have difficulty summarizing what they have read or heard. They are just getting their feet wet with writing. So concepts that…
Encouragement for Those Who Will be Homeschooling Through Covid-19
The thought of homeschooling through Covid-19 can be so daunting for many parents. This is especially true if they have had no experience with homeschooling. But in so many ways,…
Step by Step: How to Teach Imagery in Literature
The ability to teach imagery in literature is incredibly important. It could be the difference between the reader being riveted to your writing or being bored and turning away. But…
My 10 Golden Rules for Teaching Tone in Literature
Understanding tone in literature is critical to fully understanding and enjoying what you are reading. But because it is not a "tangible" aspect of literature, it is a very hard…
How Many Questions Should be on a Test?
Creating tests for students is a frequent aspect of teacher life. And studies have shown that more teachers create their own tests as compared to using tests that have been…
Unique Classroom Ideas: Virtual Treasure Hunt
Having a virtual treasure hunt is a great idea for your classroom literally anytime. Right now, in the light of Covid-19 it is a great idea for a fun project…
What is Inquiry-based Learning and Why Will Your Students Love It?
School systems have come a long way from "reading, writing, and 'rithmetic" over the years. The days of teachers standing in front of the classroom writing facts on the board…
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