I LOVE January! Not the blustery, freezing cold that has me heavily considering a Hawaiian move or hibernation, but the opportunity for a classroom refresh and the promise that the new year offers each one of us. Even though we are only half way through the …
Happy New Year! The return from winter break in January offers the perfect backdrop to get students thinking about their academic and personal goals for the year. I like to challenge my students to think about their work so far and visualize where they hope …
It’s the final stretch before Christmas break, and that means it is time to add some holiday fun to our reading and writing lesson plans! Students are brimming with excitement for the holidays, so as teachers, we need to get creative with our ELA lesson …
When it comes to student engagement, the biggest challenge for teachers is being able to consistently motivate and inspire students through different lesson topics and learning formats. We also have to navigate the different seasons and holiday breaks, both of which can detract from the …
During this holiday season, there are so many things that I am thankful for! But, can you believe we have already stumbled upon December? This is the last line from a poem called “Winter Without You” by Sarah Kay. Google it! If you teach middle …
Reader’s theater is a great teaching resource to try in your middle school classroom during the holidays. As a 7th grade teacher, I aim to create ELA activities that are both engaging and purposeful to use during the days leading up to Christmas break. Students …
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