7 Favorite fluency picture books
You may have started hearing more and more about the science of reading, which is a body of research about…
4th grade novel study books
We’re continuing our novel study series by looking at the best 4th grade novel study books. In case you missed…
3rd Grade Novel Study Books
Most teachers have a passion for stockpiling at least two things: school supplies and books! I cannot resist browsing new…
Tips for Using Picture Books with Intermediate Students
I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: Picture books are one of the greatest tools we can use…
Back to School Reading Lesson
As a teacher, the beginning of a new school year is an exciting and busy time. One of the most…
The Complete Guide to Teaching Point of View and Perspective
Acquiring strong comprehension skills and utilizing those skills in a way that supports reading is critical for students’ reading success….
My Favorite Upper Elementary Picture Books At Your Fingertips
It is no secret how much I love picture books. Yes, even in upper elementary and even for teaching complex…
Teaching Students To Make Nonfiction Inferences
When we make inferences, we help students draw conclusions and gather deeper meaning about the text using a combination of…
The Complete Guide to Teaching Inference
Skilled reading requires students to become adept with many different cognitive processes. Being able to make inferences sets students up…
Teaching Regions of the United States: Cross-Curricular Learning Projects
I began my teaching career in an International Baccalaurete school that focused on units of study, so I really love…
April Read Alouds and Related Seasonal Activities
I love April in the classroom! By this point in the year, we really have become a community of learners…
Improving Inference Skills
When you hear the word “inference,” does it make your head spin? If I had a penny for every time…
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