Getting Started with Classroom Book Clubs

…complaining about Literature Circles. I realized I wasn’t the only one feeling overwhelmed, and I knew I had to find another way. From Literature Circles to Classroom Book Clubs I…

Facebook Group for Literature Circle Lovers

…Discussion Bundle I’m looking forward to starting this new Classroom Book Clubs adventure and connecting with other teachers who love Literature Circles! I hope you’ll join me on this journey!…

Teaching Kids How to Write Super Sentences

…from the Fall Sentences to Expand freebie for this lesson, but you can use task cards from any of the seasonal freebies below. Whole Class Modeling: Start by selecting a…

Teaching Kids How to Have REAL Discussions

…by the discussion and came away with some new perspectives. Now think about what happens in team discussions at school. One student dominates the discussion while others are too shy…

How to Teach Social Skills, Step by Step

…I knew you could do it! Way to go! I like the way you… 4. Practice the Skill After you complete the Working Together Skills chart with your students,  it’s…

Classroom Goal Setting: The Key to Success

…of YOUR students More Goal Setting Articles and Resources Free Goal Setting and Action Plans Variation Tips for Classroom Goal Setting blog article Goal Setting 101 (Three articles by Laura…

Managing Whole Group Instruction

…in place, both teachers and students can relax and enjoy the learning environment! Feel free to tweak the strategies below to make them work for you. Establish Procedures Good classroom…

Learning Center Resources

free printables below do not have complete directions. For a variety of activities suitable for centers, visit my Mini Pack page. Each activity comes with directions, task cards, and answer…