May 11
Book series have a special place in students’ hearts and in literacy instruction. From Harry Potter to Percy Jackson, series spark engagement, build reading stamina, and create lasting connections with characters. This post explores classroom activities for book series, including Newbery winners and the Doctor Dolittle books, that help students practice critical thinking, inference, and …
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Apr 27
Ever had a student ask, “When am I ever going to use this in real life?” (Of course you have; we all have!) That’s exactly why authentic learning activities for the ELA classroom matter. Instead of worksheets that feel like busywork, authentic learning invites students to apply their skills in real-world situations that actually matter. …
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Sep 09
In Peter Brown’s novel The Wild Robot Protects, readers follow the story of Roz, a compassionate and resourceful robot, as she encounters new challenges in her efforts to protect her friends and home. This book blends science fiction with elements of fantasy, promising to engage your students. Summary:Roz has found a home on the island but faces …
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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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Dec 12
Check out Two Degrees novel activities to get some ideas for your book unit study. These teaching resources are sure to be a hit with your middle school students. In his fantastic novel, Alan Gratz tells three stories dealing with disasters that could happen due to climate change. Sierra Nevada, California Thirteen-year-old Akira Kristiansen goes horseback …
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Jan 03
Students will love reading From the Desk of Zoe Washington by Janae Marks. In this realistic fiction, Zoe struggles to free her father, serving a sentence in prison for a crime he never committed, a disagreement with her best friend, and a desire to be on the Kid’s Bake Challenge television show. From the Desk of Zoe …
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Freebies Novel Studies Reading Skills Language & Grammar Writing Teacher Resources Seasonal & Holiday Reading Skills Resources to Build Stronger Readers Explore literacy strategies, lesson ideas, and activities to help upper elementary students strengthen their reading skills. From comprehension strategies to literary analysis, you’ll find valuable resources here! Popular Reads 🔹Cipher Codes for Creating Secret …
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