10 Creative Ways to Practice Spelling Words with Any Word List
Are you looking for fun ways to practice spelling words with your students? I’m always looking for fun spelling practice ideas to engage my students
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April Fools Day Writing Activities
Do you celebrate April Fools Day with your students? While it is a bit of a silly holiday, it sure does bring a ton of
All Things Johnny Appleseed
Although I mainly focus on 2nd grade guided math curriculum, I wanted to do something a little different and share some exciting activities I used
Writing Prompts for Second Graders: 9 Simple and Fun Ways to Use Writing Prompts with Pictures
Writing is such an important skill to develop in primary grades. Your learners are beginning to learn the writing process from brainstorming, prewriting, drafting, editing,
Interactive Word Walls
Word walls can be a powerful tool in any classroom. Several years ago I made the switch to an interactive word wall and never looked
Guided Reading Basket
Last week, I posted a picture of my guided reading basket on Instagram. I had lots of questions about it so I wanted to share
Comprehension Pinwheels
I’m always looking for fun ways to incorporate comprehension into my small group time. This week, I’ve been setting up my new classroom came across
Spring into Reading Giveaway
Spring is here and my friends and I are back to celebrate! We have each chosen a book to help you spring into reading (like
Reading Anchor Charts
Over the past few years, I have fallen in love with anchor charts but I’ll be the first to admit that my drawing skills are about
Winter Break Snapshot Writing
Starting back after winter break can be a challenge. It’s almost like the first day of school all over again. One thing all teachers know
