Feb 12
If you loved The One and Only Ivan and The One and Only Bob, prepare for another heartwarming adventure with The One and Only Ruby by Katherine Applegate. This is the third and final book in the Ivan and Friends series. This delightful tale unfolds from the perspective of Ruby, a spirited and small elephant with a big heart. Follow Ruby’s adventures …
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Feb 05
Teaching poetry can feel intimidating, especially when words like iambic tetrameter start flying around. But rhythm and meter aren’t just for English majors. When taught with the right tools and a little creativity, these concepts can actually be fun and even make your classroom sound like a (slightly more organized) poetry jam session. This is …
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Jan 29
Let’s be honest: if you’ve ever had a student say, “Pizza is the best vegetable,” you already know the line between fact and opinion is a little blurry in upper elementary. But now more than ever—between clickbait headlines, viral TikToks, and that one kid who swears sloths can outrun cheetahs—it’s crucial to teach students how …
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Jan 22
Let’s face it—student writing can sometimes sound like a list of thoughts scribbled on sticky notes and shuffled around by a squirrel in a hurry. You’ve probably seen it: sentence after sentence with no clear connection. Sometimes student paragraphs read like GPS directions with half the turns missing. That’s where transition words come in. Think …
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Jan 15
“The Day the Music Died” refers to the tragic event that killed three iconic musicians – Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and “The Big Bopper.” As upper elementary teachers, it is important to educate and engage our students in understanding and appreciating the contributions of these legends to the music industry. This blog post provides …
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Jan 08
Discover engaging Loser novel study ideas for upper elementary classrooms. Explore hands-on activities for student learning.
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Jan 01
Teaching play structure can be a showstopper—especially when students realize scripts aren’t just for theater kids. As part two of our How to Teach Structure Across Literary Genres series, this post dives into the storytelling magic behind plays: from stage directions to scenes, dialogue, and emotional beats. So grab your metaphorical playbill and dim the …
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