A Simple Guide to Teaching the Elements of Fiction in Middle School
Over the years, I’ve found that the best unit to start the school year with is a fun one that…
The Classroom Library Series: Acquiring Books
Whether you are a new teacher or a teacher switching grade levels, acquiring books for your classroom library can be…
Teaching a 6th Grade Core Knowledge Poetry Unit
I’ve always struggled with teaching poetry and felt nothing but dread and trepidation toward the 6th-grade Core Knowledge poetry unit…
Tried & True Summer Reading List for English & Language Arts Teachers
I look forward to summer break somewhere around November 1st. I’m not kidding. I love Thanksgiving and winter break just…
10 Ways to Protect Your Energy in the Classroom
For years I felt guilty about how much I secretly enjoyed silent reading time, writer’s workshop, and district benchmark testing….