Accessible Text Made Easy
Here’s a conundrum. It’s pretty common to have a huge range of student need in every classroom. There are kids who don’t or just barely speak English, kids who might…
Reevaluating Literacy Rotations: Are They Really Meeting Student Needs?
Over the years, I’ve tried everything. Different ways to set up my classroom library, for one. That has certainly evolved over time. Another? Using literacy centers or rotations. Back in…
Literacy Blocks that Truly Fit it All In
I’m a big fan of the Peleton. It’s a huge part of my self-care routine. The instructors are amazing, the music is fantastic, and there’s a huge variety of workouts…
Why Doing the Minimum is Actually the Best Approach
To say that teaching is a demanding job is an understatement. Which is why I’m always looking to find ways to streamline and simplify. Not just for myself, but for…
Sticky Teaching for Lessons that Last
The school year is winding down everywhere. Teachers are thinking about cocktails by the pool, sleeping in, and…plans for next year. We can’t help it! Thinking about what we might…