Classroom Anchor Charts: A Tool Worth Keeping
There are things that come and go…and then come right back again in the world of teaching. A “new way” comes in, and we dismiss the “old way” as tired…
Save Time in the Classroom (and Deepen Learning Too)
As I write this post, winter break is coming to an end all across the country. Teachers everywhere are thinking about jumping back into the schedule…the workload…and the stress. The…
What Really Works to Improve Student Writing Skills
It’s exciting to see that more and more, attention is being paid to something that deserves equal billing to reading: writing. Specifically, writing instruction. Because writing is crucial to literacy…
It’s Time to Stop Making Writing Instruction So Messy
Brené Brown is well known for a simple yet powerful phrase: “clear is kind.” Although she’s mostly referring to arriving at clarity within organizations, this phrase can truly be applied…
Need to Reignite Student Reading Motivation?
Humans always do more of something–and do it better–when we’re motivated. Healthy eating and exercise are prime examples. When motivation isn’t there, we approach tasks begrudgingly. It becomes more just…