This week, we’ve got awards for creating classroom community, conversation starters to get kids talking, helpful grading rubrics to save you time…
Primarily, my number one reason for not using literature circles is not the work load for me of all the copying, begging, keeping multiple stories straight, and grading through different work stacks, but rather the disservice I think it does to the students…
When I teach writing in my classroom, I teach it as a process. Every part of the writing process, from the initial brainstorming to peer editing, is equally important and integrally essential to the final draft. Here are FIVE ways to make peer editing successful in your class…
I love using wordless picture books in my speech room. Why? They are motivating, fun, and perfect for all ages!
These are just a few of my favorite strategies so that I am not getting interrupted nearly as much during my small group time! Please remember that you need to explicitly teach, model, and practice all of these with consistency…