The concept of theme in literature can be confusing to intermediate students. Let’s look at some steps we can take to help them grasp it. If you’ve ever asked your
“Thank You, M’am” by Langston Hughes is a classroom favorite for teaching students about character, plot, and theme. In just a few pages, Hughes creates a
Learn strategies for teaching inferencing that demystify the process and make it accessible and memorable for all learners. When I first ask my students
Learn about five websites for teaching vocabulary and engage your intermediate and middle school students as they build their word knowledge.
Make the most of your independent reading time and set your students up for success with short yet meaningful reading conferences.
Incorporate these essential minilessons for silent reading time and make this part of the day more effective, engaging, and meaningful for your students.
Let’s explore ways we can create a culture of reading in our intermediate and middle school classrooms that naturally motivates students to read.
Whether starting from scratch or looking to improve your current setup, these steps will help you create an organized classroom library that works for you and
High-quality reading passages and question sets can serve as vital tools to improve reading comprehension, expose students to various topics and text types, and help
Manage challenging behaviors in your intermediate or middle school classroom with strategies that create a positive learning environment for all students.
A well-stocked classroom library can be a treasure trove for students, but budgets can be tight. Fear not! There are ways for teachers to get free and
Independent reading involves skills that our intermediate and middle-level students may or may not have when they come to us. As language arts teachers, it is our