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Teach Theme Writing with Animated Shorts

The animated short film The Catch (by Ringling College of Art and Design) tells a fable‑like story of generosity, perseverance, …

National Frog Jumping Day

If you’re teaching figurative language and want something your students will leap for, this post is packed with Frog Jumping …

Spelling Confusing Words

Raise your hand if you’ve ever written apart when you meant a part. ✋ You’re not alone! English is full …

How to Write a Biography

Teaching students to write a biography is one of the most rewarding writing lessons, and learning how to teach students …

Word Wheels - A Teaching Strategy

Who said teaching vocabulary had to be boring? Not me! If your students groan every time they see a vocab …

Recent Novel Study Posts

The One and Only Ruby

If you loved The One and Only Ivan and The One and Only Bob, prepare for another heartwarming adventure with The One and Only …

Loser by Jerry Spinelli

Discover engaging Loser novel study ideas for upper elementary classrooms. Explore hands-on activities for student learning.

Blood on the River

Are you searching for captivating novel study ideas centered around the historical narrative of Blood on the River by Elisa …

Where the Mountain Meets the Moon

Are you looking for Where the Mountain Meets the Moon teaching ideas? You are in the right place.  This novel …

How to Steal a Dog

If you’re searching for fun and engaging How to Steal a Dog teaching activities, your quest ends here. Check out these …

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Teaching with Animated Short Films All in One Reading & Writing MEGA Bundle


This has changed the way I present content. Students are engaged and willing to tackle tough skills as struggling readers with this product. I really appreciate the writing portion along with the other student friendly content worksheets.


Jessica N.

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Hatchet Novel Study: Digital + Printable Book Unit: activities & quizzes

Absolutely amazing! I teach an adult ESOL class and this study guide is exactly what I needed! The vocabulary was excellent pre-teaching material and the questions were perfect. I had to do nothing! I enjoyed this Hatchet study guide so much that I purchased several other study guides from Gay Miller. Because I like her material so much, she’s my first choice for go-to material! THANK YOU!!!!
 
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Interactive Grammar Organizers

This resource is fantastic. I really enjoyed using it because it allowed my students to practice skills with fun and engaging content. I enjoy the ease and appreciate how much thought was put into creating it.
 
Dan B.
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