8+ Benefits of Using a Book Series to Build Lifelong Readers
Reading a book series is a common experience among children from early elementary and on. In my early elementary years, I wasn't much of a reader (gasp!), and it's my…
5 Essential Skills to Teach For Comprehension Success
We all know comprehension is the goal of reading. As a teacher, it's important to help young learners understand and retain information they read. To achieve this, practicing five essential…
5 Ways to Incorporate December Teaching Resources into a Festive yet Inclusive Month
Finding December teaching resources that work for all can be tricky. Those who celebrate Christmas or Hanakkah enjoy all of the holiday things, but in public education, we must be…
5+ Effective Ways to Teach Author’s Purpose to Young Learners
Author's purpose seems to be a problematic skill for young kids, but it doesn't have to be. If teachers have the tools to break down the skill for kids, they…
How to Help Readers Blossom and Grow with Author Studies
Author studies help students form lasting memories with their teachers, and students simply love talking about common books they've experienced. It is through these discussions that they learn life lessons,…
3 Easy to Use Lesson Ideas for Two Bad Ants That Will NOT Fail!
Two Bad Ants has to be one of the best mentor texts for upper elementary students. If you're a classroom teacher, having grab and go lessons that will not fail…
How To Teach Tomie dePaola Like A Pro
Tomie dePaola's books are so popular with classroom teachers. The rich vocabulary, amusing characters, and interesting plots draw kids in. Plus, they provide teachers with excellent examples for mentor text…
10 Great Ways to Celebrate Winter with Jan Brett
Children LOVE books by Jan Brett. She has been a longtime favorite author of mine for the winter months in particular. In fact, she was the first author I met…
How to Teach Making Comparisons with a Hands-On Approach Kids Enjoy
Making comparisons is a common skills for several grade levels, and let's be honest. Using a Venn Diagram over and over again loses it's pizazz. Instead, I'd like to share…
How to Teach Figurative Language like a Pro with The Snow Dancer
Figurative language can be a challenging skills for some students, and some authors are better at using it than others. Addie Boswell is one I'd recommend! Her book, The Snow…
