Make the Last 5 Minutes Actually Matter You know that last five minutes of your lesson?The slightly chaotic, “pack up, wait—did they even get it?!” moment?Yeah… we’re fixing that. 😉Exit tickets ... READ the POST
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Phonemic Awareness in Upper Elementary
As we continue to grow in our knowledge of the importance of Science of Reading in Upper elementary, let's talk about something that might be flying under the radar but is oh-so-important: phonemic ... READ the POST
Th Power of a 90-Minute Reading Block in Upper Elementary
Hey there, amazing educators! Today, we're diving into the world of structured reading blocks in upper elementary, and trust me, it's a game-changer. Imagine a reading session that's not just a ... READ the POST
Science of Reading is for Upper Elementary, too!
Science of Reading isn't just a K-2 phenomenon. If you’ve been here for a while, you know I believe this to my core. It’s the reason I spent countless of my own hours outside of school going to ... READ the POST
Teaching With Wordless Picture Books
Looking for a fun and engaging way to get your students excited about reading while also building important literacy skills like listening, comprehension, and vocabulary? You might be thinking, ... READ the POST
4 of My Best Tips for Wrapping Up the School Year
As the school year is coming to a close, I wanted to share my four best tips on how I make wrapping up my classroom and getting a jump start on next year stress free...or at least less stressful 😉A ... READ the POST