No matter where you’re at in the world right now, you’ve probably experienced face-to-face, hybrid, or distance learning at some point so far this school year… or maybe all 3! As a former teacher, I commend you and I see you. I know you’re doing your best and you’re doing a superb job at that! […]
Are you at a loss how to review reading strategy activities while distance learning? Listen, I understand. This is incredibly challenging and is all new territory for EVERYONE. You. Are. Not. Alone. I want to tell you about an online streaming service for BOOKS. Yes, like Netflix. For books. Not just made-up books like you […]
Free dictionary search worksheet Want a double-sided dictionary search to use in your ELA block or literacy centers? I have you covered! Just click on the button below and I will send this dictionary search to you for free! Looking for more dictionary skills lesson? Are you teaching dictionary skills? Check out my blog post to help you […]
Dictionary skills activities Do you teach dictionary skills? Does the thought of teaching dictionary skills like guide words, multiple meanings, and alphabetical order to students make you cringe and want to hide under your desk? It’s okay if you are nodding yes…. I used to feel this exact same way too! This is the toughest […]
Free fables, folktales, and myths classroom signs Want a set of signs to hang up in your classroom library? I have you covered! Just click on the button below and I will send these signs to you for free! Looking for more fable, folktale, and myth lessons? Are you teaching fables, folktales, and myths? Check out two […]
Fables, folktales, and myths books for 3rd-grade Are you a 3rd grade teacher look for book and read-aloud ideas for your fables, folktales, and myths unit?At the end of the post, don’t forget to download my Fables, Folktales, and Myths classroom signs! There are some links to various books within the post. Please note that these […]
Fables, folktales, and myths for 3rd grade Are you a 2nd or 3rd grade teacher who teaches fables, folktales, and myths? This Common Core Standard RL 3.2, although fun, can be difficult to wrap your head around. I want to share how I teach it in the classroom! At the end of the post, don’t […]
Choosing literature circle books for 3rd-grade I get a lot of questions from teachers about choosing literature circle books for 3rd-grader students. These teachers have their literature circle packets ready. These teachers are pumped. These teachers are prepared for their students to dive into book discussions and practice their analytical skills. But the million dollar […]
Read aloud chapter books for 3rd grade Watching my students’ faces light up when they are hanging on every word of a read aloud is my jam. Is there anything better than visually seeing a child’s love of reading right in front of your eyes?! Kids do not outgrow read alouds. Have you ever listened […]