Sep 23
October is a fantastic time to explore the world of animals with your students, especially as we celebrate Bat Appreciation Month and National Black Cat Day. This month, I’ve created engaging Halloween classroom activities centered around cats and bats to enrich your classroom experience. These activities enhance students’ reading comprehension and critical thinking skills while …
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Sep 15
As we approach Columbus Day, also recognized as Indigenous Peoples’ Day, it’s the perfect time to read the story of Christopher Columbus with your upper elementary students. This day, observed on the second Monday of October, not only commemorates Columbus’s discovery of the Americas but also offers an opportunity to reflect on the experiences of …
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Sep 09
In Peter Brown’s novel The Wild Robot Protects, readers follow the story of Roz, a compassionate and resourceful robot, as she encounters new challenges in her efforts to protect her friends and home. This book blends science fiction with elements of fantasy, promising to engage your students. Summary:Roz has found a home on the island but faces …
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Sep 02
Understanding how to organize information is important for students comprehending nonfiction texts. Teaching them to order information in chronological, sequential, and consecutive order can significantly enhance their grasp of the material. Activity #1 – Go Over Definitions for Chronological, Sequential, and Consecutive Order Before reading the post, please download the organizers and activities. The handout …
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Aug 26
Teaching students to follow directions can be a real challenge. Below are some procedures and activities to help students understand and know what is expected when following directions. Enhancing these skills can significantly impact students’ academic performance and classroom behavior. Begin by downloading the handout. It contains the printables for Activity #1 – Following Directions …
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Aug 19
Let’s talk sound devices. You know—the pop, buzz, and bam that make language come alive. If you’re like me, you’ve probably tried to explain onomatopoeia or alliteration while students stare blankly… until someone blurts out, “Wait—isn’t that like in Batman when it says KAPOW?” Exactly. I decided to go for it and put together some …
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Aug 12
Teaching students to understand proverbs and adages improves reading comprehension. These sayings have meanings beyond what can be understood in their individual words. What Are These Sayings Anyway? Adages and proverbs are both forms of traditional sayings that offer wisdom or advice based on common sense or experience. While they are similar, there are subtle …
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