Aug 21
Elephant Appreciation Day is a special day to honor and celebrate these amazing animals. Observed on September 22nd each year, this day provides a chance for teachers of upper elementary students to engage their students in exciting and meaningful activities centered around elephants. Elephants are the largest land mammals and intelligent, social, and emotional creatures. …
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Aug 16
One book that fills young minds with imagination, creativity, and mystery is Bunnicula: A Rabbit-Tale of Mystery by James Howe. This whimsical tale of a vampire bunny and his adventures has captivated generations of readers, offering a perfect opportunity for educators to engage students in exciting learning experiences. In this blog post, I’ve compiled six …
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Aug 14
Are you ready for an adventure that will whisk you into a world of humor, superhero squirrels, and clever wordplay? Look no further than the pages of Flora and Ulysses, a delightful novel by Kate DiCamillo that promises to captivate your imagination from start to finish. This Newbery Medal-winning book is a perfect addition to …
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Aug 07
Ever wish your students would stop and say, “Hey! That theme shows up in stories from everywhere!”?Well, wish granted—because this ready-to-teach lesson on RL.4.9 will have your class spotting universal themes and cultural twists faster than you can say folktale from the Philippines. And the best part? The full handout is prepped and waiting, so …
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Jul 03
Storytelling techniques are essential tools that help bring narratives to life and captivate readers’ imaginations. By learning storytelling techniques like foreshadowing, flashbacks, and plot twists, students can take their writing to the next level. These techniques don’t just make stories more fun to read; they also help students grow as writers. When students learn to …
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May 22
Learning compound words can be a fun and engaging experience for upper elementary students. This post shares a variety of hands-on activities that build vocabulary and reinforce reading and word analysis skills. From anchor charts and cloze sentences to word games and foldable organizers, each idea helps students internalize the structure and meaning of compound …
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May 15
This post is a collection of many free resources from the web and some materials I have created that will help your students learn about contractions. Enjoy these contraction activities including online games. Discover great books to read. You’ll find songs and videos. The final activities are for more advanced students who know how to …
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