I am always on the hunt for picture books to read aloud with my middle school students. I look for texts that enhance student understanding of standards and stories that my BIG KIDS will connect with. I love the book The Little Yellow Leaf by …
If you are looking for an engaging Thanksgiving activity to try with your middle school ELA class, my Thanksgiving reader’s theater script and comprehension activities are a great option. Depending on the level of your readers, this script can be used from 4th grade through …
November is here, and this post features some fresh ideas and activities to try in your middle school language arts classroom. November offers plenty of seasonal themes you can utilize to boost student engagement. Veterans Day, Election Day, and Thanksgiving all offer excellent opportunities to …
Veterans Day not only highlights the importance of thanking those who protect our country, but it also gives teachers the chance to help students connect with the veterans in their lives. Understanding perspectives and learning from the experiences of others is essential for us to …
Crash by Jerry Spinelli is one of my favorite novels to teach in middle school, especially at the 5th and 6th grade levels. If you are teaching this book to your class, here are a few activities to include in your Crash novel study that …
Halloween is the best “in-school” holiday! Nothing beats fall weather, the colors of the season, and the anticipation of costumes and candy. As a teacher, I’ve found that Halloween drives extraordinary engagement with students. Because of this, I try to maximize the opportunity by adding as …
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