Aug 03
Malapropisms are language bloopers that make us laugh and learn. Whether it’s a student saying “I think I have ammonia” when they mean pneumonia, or a famous figure mixing up “statue” and “stature,” these slip-ups are more than funny; they’re teachable moments. This malapropism lesson helps upper elementary students recognize and correct humorous word mix-ups …
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May 19
Fans of The One and Only Ivan are going to be thrilled with its sequel. Ivan’s lovable friend narrates the story in The One and Only Bob. The One and Only Bob Summary At the zoo, Bob visits Ivan and Ruby when a terrible storm quickly blows in. Bob ends up inside a tornado. He flies across the …
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Apr 27
Have you ever come across an old worksheet and loved the way it covers a skill only to think you want this to be an interactive learning experience for your students – not a pencil and paper task? Teachers often encounter this challenge when combining old PDFs to find practice exercises. This post provides a …
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Apr 06
Who doesn’t love Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone? With likable characters, magical events, scary moments, and humor, the novel is a hit. In fact, it has sold over 120 million copies making it one of the best sellers of all time! Summary Shortly before Harry’s eleventh birthday, letters begin flooding into the Dursley’s home addressed …
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Mar 30
OVERWHELMED…FRUSTRATED…READY TO SIT DOWN AND CRY…These are just a few of the emotions teachers are feeling. With distance learning, teachers don’t have to learn one new program but dozens. To help, I will answer questions I repeatedly see about Distance Learning with Google Apps, including Google Slides, Docs, and Forms. For each question, I will …
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Mar 23
Are you looking for a great novel to read with your students? The Bridge Home by Padma Venkatraman is a great choice. This heartwarming novel will take you on a journey of hope as you witness the unbreakable bond between siblings. The story follows the adventures of two sisters, Viji and Rukku. They run away from their …
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Mar 16
Are you looking for a great novel to read with your students? Hatchet by Gary Paulsen is a winner. At the end of each school year, I have my students do a survey called The Top Five. Students list their top favorites or dislikes depending on the questions…What are your top favorite projects?… Which activities …
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