Literacy
Teaching reading and writing are two of my passions, and I absolutely love sharing lesson ideas here. From quick lessons to complete units, scroll down to see all the different literacy lessons I’ve shared over the years.
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Free Rockefeller Christmas Tree Literacy Activities
It’s no secret that I love incorporating paired passages into my seasonal instruction, and this Christmas paired text activity is one of my favorites! Over the past several years, there…
First Chapter Fridays and Novel Read-Aloud Engagement Tips
Are you looking for an engaging way to introduce your students to new books, authors, and genres they might not have explored otherwise? Then you need to give First Chapter…
“Giggles and Grammar” Curriculum for Upper Elementary
The thought of teaching grammar in upper elementary can often be met with groans, from both students AND teachers. As teachers, we often face a lack of resources to teach…
Upper Elementary Halloween Literacy Activities
Are you ready to brew up some fun Halloween-themed literacy activities this October? You’re in the right place because we’ve conjured a spellbinding list of upper elementary Halloween literacy activities…
Using Picture Books to Help Students Build Relationship Skills
Using picture books in your classroom can do wonders for your students’ literacy skills while also helping them build relationship skills. These picture books support your students’ social and emotional…
The Best Upper Elementary Books and Free Printable Bookmarks
If your students’ parents are anything like mine, they’re eager for tips and resources to use with their children at home. Most parents are happy to help but aren’t sure…
hey, I’m Mary
I’m so glad you are here. I’m a current gifted and talented teacher in a small town in Colorado, and I’ve been in education since 2009. My passion (other than my family and cookies) is for making teachers’ lives easier and classrooms more engaging.
