I think we can all agree that we want our students to be strong and confident readers. But how can we build our students’ reading skills? Close reading is an often talked about reading process that has big benefits for students. I want to share the steps for close reading and activities you can use to practice. What is close reading? Close reading is careful and thoughtful ... Read More about The 6 Steps for Close Reading Explained
5 Engaging And Exciting Halloween Activities For Elementary Students
Instead of throwing your average Halloween party in the classroom, consider adding in some of these Halloween activities for elementary students. It’s October, and Halloween is right around the corner. Why do kids always seem to be on a sugar high at 8 am and weeks before trick or treating even started in October? It’s hard to get them focused and wanting to learn. They seem only to be able to ... Read More about 5 Engaging And Exciting Halloween Activities For Elementary Students
6 Easy Ideas for Bulletin Boards
When I first started teaching, I would cringe every time I was assigned a classroom with multiple bulletin boards. What am I supposed to do with all that space!? I thought I needed to decorate it and make it cute for every season. Now, I have some more practical ideas for bulletin boards that require a lot less effort - and serve a purpose. While there is nothing wrong with a cute and fun ... Read More about 6 Easy Ideas for Bulletin Boards
5 Tips For Teaching States of Matter In Your Classroom Effectively
Ever had an ice cream party with a bunch of 5th graders on a hot day? Let me tell you. I do not suggest it. Although you would think 5th graders could totally handle eating ice cream before it melted all over the place. You would be assuming wrong. However, it gives you a perfect opportunity to start teaching states of matter! 5 Tips For Teaching States Of Matter It’s time to ... Read More about 5 Tips For Teaching States of Matter In Your Classroom Effectively
4 Tips for Teaching Writing to Elementary Students
Teaching writing can be a bit of a head-scratcher. How do you take a process that happens mostly in your head and guide your students through it? Luckily, there are some ways to guide your students through the process (and it doesn’t involve banging your head against the wall)! Here are five tips for teaching writing for elementary students. Tip #1: Reference Resources There is a reason ... Read More about 4 Tips for Teaching Writing to Elementary Students
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