Using picture books in the classroom is a great way to help children learn important social and emotional skills that can be carried into their own personal lives. Books are a great way to bring up difficult conversations with our students that address topics such as kindness, empathy, and acceptance. Today I’m sharing my top…
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Teaching Students How to Cite Text Evidence
Teaching students how to cite text evidence can be challenging. In the upper elementary grades, students might already have an understanding of how to find text evidence. But now they’re faced with the challenge of answering text-based prompts and including evidence within their responses. When teaching fourth grade, I noticed many of my students really…
Tips for an Effective Classroom Morning Routine
Here’s one thing i’ve learned in my years of teaching: establishing a classroom morning routine is so important. Rather than scrambling around trying to get everyone situated, students know exactly what to do when they walk into your classroom each morning. This makes transitioning into learning a painless process. Establishing daily routines and procedures is…
