When you think of spring, you might think of rainy weather and new growth. However, it is also a time where you can begin to help your students apply their reading comprehension skills to great books. Although many schools focus on test prep, bringing engaging literature into your classroom can be a ...
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Free Professional Learning for Teachers
A few years ago I created a list of free professional development opportunities for teachers, and I've heard from so many of you with more great options. That's why I decided to create a new post to highlight 10 more amazing ways to continue your professional learning. This time I didn't break ...
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5 Engaging Ideas for Teaching Math with Video
Many students come to our classrooms with a negative view of math. Boring math lessons that don't provide hands-on learning or active engagement only exacerbate that problem. As with any subject, it is important to engage your students with mathematical concepts in a variety of different ways. In ...
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Differentiate your novel unit without spending hours planning
t can feel challenging to find ways to differentiate reading instruction when your students are at such vastly different levels. You may find yourself questioning whether some strategies are a good fit for your struggling learners…and the truth is, sometimes they aren't. Novel studies, however, ...
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March Math Test Prep Task Cards
It can be hard to get students excited about reviewing skills you've taught throughout the year as you prepare for state testing. That's why it's important to find fun ways to keep them engaged, like these basketball-themed math test prep task cards. What skills will students practice with ...
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10 Book Report Alternatives Your Students Will Love to Complete
The children groan as you close the book and begin to give instructions...They know the dreaded book report is coming. When you were planning your novel unit, you likely included a project to wrap things up. However, many of these end up being nothing more than a colorful book report. So how do you ...
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