Looking for some engaging activities for your Wonder novel study unit? I’ve taught R.J. Palacio’s book every year since it was published, and in this post, I’ll share how I format my lesson plans. Hopefully, you will find some unique ideas to try with your …
Are you looking for ways to motivate your reluctant readers? One strategy I use with my young sports fans and student athletes is to incorporate sports reading passages into our text-based lessons. As teachers, we know that high-interest content improves reading comprehension and makes it …
Teachers and students have certainly learned a lot about remote learning and Zoom video instruction over the past few years. And although 2024 has been more predictable, teachers must be able to adjust and deliver so our children can grow as learners. Whether your school …
Close reading is a reading strategy that I utilize with my students ALL YEAR, but during test-prep time, it gets a bit more focused. By having students read a passage multiple times and markup the text as they are reading, they will become more focused …
I’ve taught 6th graders for roughly 15 years, so while I may not be an expert, I do know a thing or two about building trust and rapport with them. It is a grade level that I love, but 6th grade is NOT for everyone. …
Early in my teaching career, I read a book that opened my eyes to the value of using annotation strategies with struggling readers. Even some 20 years later, I still recommend Strategies that Work by Stephanie Harvey and Anne Goudvis as a must-read for all …
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