As classroom teachers, reading specialists, and tutors, it is essential to recognize the importance of making the most of instructional time with students. Whether you follow a set curriculum in your district or are just looking for new ways to enhance instructional reading time, I …
How does your classroom support student engagement? While we’d all like to think that our lesson plans keep students interested throughout the entire class period, the truth is there are many factors that influence student engagement. I like to think of my classroom almost as …
2026 UPDATE: I originally published this post on changing grade levels a few years ago, but the tips and lessons are still applicable today. This post discusses my transition to teaching 7th grade ELA at a new school district. My first 7 years here have …
The month of February brings several opportunities to integrate seasonal activities into your language arts lesson plans. Valentine’s Day is, of course, the most popular event, but February also features Black History Month, Groundhog Day, President’s Day, and one of my favorites, Random Acts of …
Character analysis can be a difficult concept to teach and practice since there are so many layers to it. From a test prep perspective, students need to be able to identify and understand a character’s thoughts and feelings. The tricky part for some students is …
I HEART February and all of the fun that this month has to offer. It is Black History Month, spring is on the horizon, and with Valentine’s Day, life is just sweeter! If I lost you at Valentine’s Day and the thought of organizing a …
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