May 17
Are you looking for an innovative teaching strategy that actively engages your students and encourages collaboration? Look no further than the Snowball Technique! This technique allows students to become teachers as they work together in progressively larger groups. This blog post will explain the step-by-step process of implementing the Snowball Technique in your classroom, along …
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May 14
The Greek myth Orpheus and Eurydice is perfect for teaching a number of Common Core literature standards. Read the myth. Then enjoy the mini-lesson covering vocabulary, comprehension questions, and writing. Look for a link to the handout at the bottom of the post. Orpheus Orpheus was the son of the god Apollo and the muse …
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May 06
When I realized that I have a number of resources on ‘Types of Conflict in Literature,’ but they are scattered throughout my website and blog, I decided to create one post with information plus links to help people find the materials. Definitions In a person vs. supernatural conflict, a character battles that which is beyond nature. …
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May 03
The Greek myth Daedalus and Icarus is perfect for teaching a number of Common Core literature standards. Read the myth. Then enjoy the mini-lesson covering vocabulary, comprehension questions, and writing. Look for a link to the handout at the bottom of the post. The Gift Daedalus wanted to honor the newborn princess with a special …
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Apr 30
I Survived the Joplin Tornado, 2011 is a riveting novel that transports readers to the heart of one of the deadliest tornadoes in recent American history. On May 22, 2011, an EF-5 tornado struck the town of Joplin, Missouri, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. The tornado killed 161 people, injured over 1,000, …
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Apr 16
I Survived the Great Chicago Fire, 1871 is a gripping novel that transports readers back in time. to one of the most devastating events in American history. The Great Chicago Fire of 1871 destroyed more than three square miles of the city. Over 100,000 people became homeless. The city was left in chaos and destruction …
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Apr 02
The Wild Robot Escapes by Peter Brown combines a science fiction story involving a robot of the future with a fantasy in which animals talk. This sequel beautifully wraps up the story. In the book, readers are once again transported to the remote and rugged island where Roz has made her home. After surviving her first …
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