A Flicker of Hope: Activities of Hope & Resilience
“A Flicker of Hope” is a beautiful book about a little candle whose flame is not as bright as it once was. The story is…
“A Flicker of Hope” is a beautiful book about a little candle whose flame is not as bright as it once was. The story is…
For teachers, close reading can sometimes feel intimidating. With limited time, how can students complete meaningful readings AND respond? To students, close reading can seem…
There are so many fun activities to do during the month of April! The weather is (hopefully) getting warmer and you’re able to get outside,…
Having students tackle challenging texts can feel like an overwhelming task, but close reading is the perfect way to get students to dive into texts…
“The Thing Lou Couldn’t Do” by Ashely Spires is a very accurate depiction of what kids go through when they are confronted with something that…
Teaching personal narratives is always fun. Kids love to tell stories and putting their stories to paper is exciting, but it can also be challenging.…
“Tomorrow Most Likely” by Dave Eggers is an unexpected favorite read-aloud with whimsical pictures and just the right spark of imagination. This book starts with…
Informational writing is one of the most common forms of writing that we use in our everyday lives. Before teaching students any form of writing,…
If you have not yet read “Cloudette” by Tom Lichtenheld, you are in for a treat. Cloudette is an adorable little cumulus cloud. While she…