As a teacher myself, I know your time is valuable. Finding ways to streamline your planning process is of utmost importance.     When i...

When it comes to fostering a love for reading, book clubs for kids in upper elementary grades are a fantastic tool! Clubs allow you to intro...

  Last week I decided to update an old blog post ( A Summer Reading Alternative that Works for Upper Elementary and Middle Grades ) and real...

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By now I’m sure you know how much I LOVE using read alouds in the classroom. It’s so important for building classroom community and instilli...

       Wonder is one of the most popular children’s novels of our time—and for good reason! R.J. Palaccio weaves a tale of acceptance and e...