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
ELA Weekly Assessments: Make Morning Work Successful
Morning work is an easy way to set your students up for success! I love morning work because it gives my students and I a structured beginning to the day. Routine is so important for children (and adults!). Once students have turned in their homework and unpacked their backpacks, put away their … [Read more...] about ELA Weekly Assessments: Make Morning Work Successful
Math Morning Work for 3rd, 4th, & 5th Grade with Assessments
You probably already know how important morning routines are for an elementary classroom. Students need a good routine to start the morning. Morning work just makes sense. Having a consistent activity for your students makes your job a lot easier (and we know you need as much of that as you can … [Read more...] about Math Morning Work for 3rd, 4th, & 5th Grade with Assessments
Books for Teaching Text Structure
Choosing the right books to support your teaching can make all the difference in the world. The following list is a book of suggestions when it comes to teaching text structure. Here are some tips when it comes to selecting books/texts to teach text structure: Tip #1: Choose books that you can … [Read more...] about Books for Teaching Text Structure
