Speak Up: Student Activities to Take Action
From the second I picked up “Speak Up!” by Miranda Paul, I fell in love with the vibrant colors and spirited illustrations. As I dove…
How to Teach Nonfiction Text Features
As readers, we know the importance of using text features as we read. But, many students, especially struggling readers, do not use text features and…
You Matter: Activities to Build Self-Love
There are so many things to love about “You Matter” by Chris Robinson. In just the title itself, the book feels welcoming and brings a…
Launching Writing Workshop: 5 Lessons to Launch Writing
Writing workshop allows your students to become active writers; creating their very own text. Your students will acquire writing skills, build writing fluency, and develop…
We Don’t Eat Our Classmates: Friendship Activities
“We Don’t Eat Our Classmates” by Ryan T. Higgins is always a favorite read-aloud book…for the teacher and the kids! It is funny, engaging, and…
Back to School Teachers Pay Teachers Sale
The Teachers Pay Teachers sitewide sale for back to school is happening NOW!! And, while I LOVE sitewide sale time, it can sometimes feel overwhelming.…
5 Anchor Charts You Need to Launch Reading Workshop
Reading workshop supports readers by allowing them choice. Teaching a mini-lesson with a focused skill, reading mentor text, creating anchor charts as a group, allowing…
All Are Welcome: Activities to Build a Class Community
“All Are Welcome” by Alexandra Penfold and Suzanne Kaufman is one of my favorite books to read aloud. It truly shows that we are all…
The Day You Begin: Favorite Getting to Know You Activities
“The Day You Begin” by Jacqueline Woodson is a beautiful book to share at the beginning of the school year. The first days and weeks…
