Grading writing is one of those parts of teaching writing that makes it feel so heavy. I'm not talking about giving feedback, but the nitty-gritty of actually grading student writing. I've got 4 tips to make grading feel easier and lighter for you because you've got more important things to do … [Read more...] about 4 Ways to Make Grading Writing Easier
Making Inferences for Grades 3-5 with a Free Download
Teaching students how to make inferences can be simultaneously one of the toughest things to teach and one of the most natural things we do as a reader. Making inferences is a critical part of reading comprehension. It is also one of the most commonly skipped reading strategies when it comes to … [Read more...] about Making Inferences for Grades 3-5 with a Free Download
Simple Teaching Tips for Making Inferences
Making inferences is simultaneously one of the toughest things to teach and one of the most natural things we do as a reader. Making inferences is a critical part of reading comprehension. It is also one of the most commonly skipped reading strategies when it comes to teaching reading. But I'm … [Read more...] about Simple Teaching Tips for Making Inferences
How to Teach Inferences: 20 Perfect Picture and Wordless Books
How to Teach Inferences: 20 Perfect Picture and Wordless Books Teaching your students how to make inferences can be both challenging and fun. Picture books are going to be your BFF when it comes to introducing this concept to your students. The books listed below are just a few of my favorite … [Read more...] about How to Teach Inferences: 20 Perfect Picture and Wordless Books
Teaching Students to Write in Complete Sentences
It's Writing Wednesday! And today's topic is one that every teacher struggles with at some point or another. And it doesn't matter what time of year it is, getting some of our writers to write complete sentences can be quite the challenge! I have some tips and resources to help you meet that … [Read more...] about Teaching Students to Write in Complete Sentences
Why You Need a Math Vocabulary Word Wall
Math vocabulary is so important to your students' understanding of the content. Let's talk about the importance of a math vocabulary word wall and why you need one in your classroom. What is a word wall? A word wall is a collection of words that are physically printed or written and attached to … [Read more...] about Why You Need a Math Vocabulary Word Wall
