Everyone has a story to tell. What is yours?
Do you walk into a new school year thinking that this school year will be the best? Of course you do! So why not start off by reading This School Year Will Be THE BEST! by Kay Winters. I want to share a little writing project you can use with this story. This School Year Will Be The Best… Read More
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs is an imaginative story to read during an air and weather unit, but could be shared in your classroom any time of year. There are so many activities you can pair with this text, but here are a few that I think your students will love! CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS BOOK… Read More
January is just around the corner. It’s always the start of a new year, but it’s also a time when students fall into a slump during writing time. Here are some ideas to add a little spark to your writing. Since it is the start of a new year, I like to revisit our classroom goals and then have students… Read More
Can you imagine what would happen if Santa lost his job? Stephen Krensky has done just that with How Santa Lost His Job. Here is an opinion writing activity and craft you can use with your students after reading this book. In the story, there is always a last-minute rush before Christmas. An elf named Muckle takes it upon himself… Read More
March is a great month for writing because students get to celebrate Dr. Seuss, St. Patrick’s Day, and the first day of spring! Today I want to share some of my favorite writing ideas for spring. Note – this post does contain affiliate links. We are a participant in the amazon services llc associates program, an affiliate advertising program designed… Read More
Do you dread reading some of the writing pieces your students have written because each and every sentence starts the same way? Do you find yourself reading something like this: “Then Sam and Jane walked slowly over to the door. Then Sam reached out for the doorknob. Then as Sam twisted the knob, the door started creaking. Then Sam and… Read More
Have you read Julia Cook's newest book, A Flicker of Hope? It's a beautifully written story that encourages children to ask for help when they find themselves standing under dark clouds in their life. Not only does this book show children how to ask for help, but it also encourages children to be hope builders for others!
Want to win a copy of this book? I have TWO giveaways that will be ending soon. (You must be a US resident to enter.) Good luck!
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Teaching in December is in a category of its own!Are you ready for December in the classroom? (via @Seussastic)
Are you looking for a new read aloud this month? Take a look at these reindeer books!
storiesbystorie.com/reindeer-books-for-kids/
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These reindeer books for kids include silly stories, heartwarming tales, nonfiction texts, and even a traditional classic that students will love!I finished two more nonfiction companions last night. Both of these pair with Level 2 texts from the National Geographic Series. If you already own the bundle, please make sure you grab these updates.
🐧 www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Penguins-National-Geographic-Kids-Book-Companion-4238703
🐺 www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Wolves-National-Geographic-Kids-Book-Companion-4238704
I didn't realize they all had names, but I definitely recognize some of these poses! 😂Accurate. (via Betje.com)
