I love teaching writing. And I am a big fan of writing workshop. So it’s no surprise that one of the most common questions I get asked from teachers is, “How do I teach text dependent writing?” There is a lot of pressure on teachers to help students develop this skill. In fact, I‘m being kind. Many teachers tell me that their admin expects ... Continue Reading
Everything You Need to Easily Teach Math
We've all been there—staring at a mountain of complex math curriculum, feeling completely overwhelmed. Your head starts to throb as you thumb through pages and pages of boring lesson plans, multiple problem sets, and homework sheets that go on forever, while you keep a running list of all the extras you need to create or find to keep your students ... Continue Reading
3 Simple Spelling Activities You Must Do This Year
Do you want your students to remember their spelling words after the test on Friday? Of course you do! That’s the whole point of teaching spelling. But, let’s be honest . . . that doesn’t often happen. So today, I’m sharing 3 simple spelling activities you must try this year to make sure that your students are actually learning how to spell and not ... Continue Reading
Save Time Lesson Planning: 4 Simple Tips to Try Today
Today we’re talking about lesson planning. Specifically, how to save time lesson planning. I bet that gets your attention. Look, I know lesson planning is an essential part of teaching, but sometimes it feels like it takes forever. Just the thought of lesson planning can inspire dread and stress. But what if I told you there are strategies to ... Continue Reading
3 Must-Have Resources for Teaching Writing
As we head into a brand new school year, I know many of you are thinking about what you can do to set yourself and your students up for success. And when it comes to teaching writing, that can feel a little daunting. Yep, I've been there! But what if I told you that there are three must-have resources that could turn teaching writing from ... Continue Reading
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