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Relative Pronouns
Ahh, relative pronouns: who, whom, whose, that, and which. Not the most complex grammar topic to tackle, yet we see so many of our students misuse these (especially whom, that, and which). Luckily,...
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Text Pyramids for Improving Reading Fluency
Reading Pyramids are powerful teaching tools that have so many uses! This blog post provides a basic outline of what they are. However, watch the video below for a detailed explanation of how to use...
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Nonfiction Text Structures Key Words and Phrases
When teaching nonfiction text structures, it can be really helpful to spend some time focusing on the key words and phrases that are specific to each text structure. Our students love to find patterns...
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Free Depth and Complexity Bookmarks
As teachers, one of our most important goals is to teach our students to think critically. This life-long skill really transcends all programs, standards, and curriculums. If we can teach students...
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Verb Tenses and Timelines
When students (especially English Language Learners) move beyond the simple verb tenses, confusion can begin to set in. Using timelines helps students visualize and conceptualized the appropriate...
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Sketch Notes
Teaching your students to take notes can be a daunting task. However, teaching students to take Sketch Notes is not only a more natural process for students, but it is also an activity with instant...
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Nonfiction Text Structures
Nonfiction text structures refer to how authors organize and present information in their writing. Understanding these structures can help students develop critical thinking skills, improve reading...
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Problem Solving in Math
What is non-routine problem-solving? Also referred to as creative problem-solving, non-routine problem-solving requires some degree of creativity or originality. Non-routine problems typically do not...
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Tips for Teaching Nonfiction Text Structures
Teaching nonfiction text structures is crucial for developing students’ reading comprehension and analytical skills. Understanding the various organizational patterns in nonfiction texts empowers...
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Cooperative Learning Strategies
One of the most important elements of teaching is providing students with plenty of opportunities to actively engage in learning with their peers. This blog post covers my favorite cooperative...
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Guided Note-Taking
Guided note-taking is an instructional strategy where educators provide students with a structured framework or outline to follow while taking notes during a lesson or lecture. The goal is to guide...
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