Back to school in your ELA classroom just got easier. Starting a brand new school year requires a ton of planning and organization. These freebies are a great way to ease the stress and start the year … [Read more...] about Resource Round-Up: Back to School ELA Freebies
How to Encourage Students Who Need it the Most
Do you know about the "I Heard" strategy? Mark Twain once said, “I can live for two months on a good compliment.” A sincere compliment can have a magical effect on a student. We all know that … [Read more...] about How to Encourage Students Who Need it the Most
Books Featuring Kids with Disabilities
We have a long way to go as a society when it comes to accepting those of us who learn differently. Most students understand that it would be cruel and wrong to make fun of someone who is in a … [Read more...] about Books Featuring Kids with Disabilities
Resource Round-Up: 5 Days of Freebies for ELA Test Prep
Along with the first signs of spring comes the urgency to prepare your students for end of the year tests. With these five resources, you can help make sure your students gain the confidence they need … [Read more...] about Resource Round-Up: 5 Days of Freebies for ELA Test Prep
What to Do When Students Abuse Technology
When I got hired at a 1:1 school, I was excited but a little apprehensive as well. I knew I had a lot to learn about managing a modern classroom. Technology is here to stay, but we need to think … [Read more...] about What to Do When Students Abuse Technology
