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
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.
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
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
For some students, analyzing a text can be as exciting as watching paint dry. So why not get them actively engaged with what they’re reading and spice it up a bit?
When students use reading comprehension strategies, they are actively reading, which is essential for their understanding of any text. The ability to comprehend