Free Groundhog Day Fact and Opinion Writing Lesson
In this post, you’ll find a free Groundhog Day Fact and Opinion writing lesson to use before, during, or after Groundhog Day. We’ve also rounded up our favorite books and…
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In this post, you’ll find a free Groundhog Day Fact and Opinion writing lesson to use before, during, or after Groundhog Day. We’ve also rounded up our favorite books and…
We have recently added a fun new addition to our writing resources and honestly, it’s about time.Ā Why are the simple things sometimes the last to make happen?Ā I have…
A year of writer’s workshop mini-lessons that addresses the age-old question, “What am I going to do today for my writing mini-lesson?” Each mini-lesson helps to build competent, equipped, and…
When it is time to teach students to write there are a few key things that make the process effective and rewarding.Ā Pulling ideas from thought to print requires a…
Teaching writing to primary-age students is like trying to solve a Rubix Cube.Ā In short, overwhelming.Ā There are so many necessary skills colliding at the same time for each move,…
The Writing Tool Kit is a versatile resource designed specifically for the 3-5 classroom.Ā What makes this tool kit so versatile is the way you can incorporate its components into…
I am excited to share a new resource called the Writing Station Suitcase.Ā This is an all-in-one writing center for the year!Ā I think it is safe to say this…
Learning about the presidents of the past is always fun with children.Ā But what’s even better is all of the extra-curricular learning you can get in during these social studies…
Let’s play a little game of Fact or Opinion! Ā Teachers love freebies. FACT. Ā Teachers love ASTROBRIGHTSĀ® Papers. Ā FACT. Ā ASTROBRIGHTSĀ® Papers has the BEST colors to engage and excite little learners….
The focus for the MarchĀ writing mini-lessons is to createĀ stronger, more developed writing! Ā This month focuses on seasonal inspiration, while pulling in the standards in fun meaningful ways.Ā TheĀ pictures show first…
The thought of teaching writing to emerging readers can be daunting for new any teacher. Ā Let’s face it, it’s not easy to teach Kindergarten and first grade students to…
Writing Mini-Lessons I bet we could agree that oneĀ of the most rewarding yetĀ most difficult subjects to teach in primary grades is writing. Ā Typically, primary age students love to share about…
The end of year frenzy is on the horizon. Ā Students have heaps of treasured accomplishments and memories all threatening to make you come undone in a matter of weeks. Ā You…
Do you have a writing center in your room? Ā Is it used during guided reading? Ā Is it used during writer’s workshop? Ā Over the last few years, I had a writing…
Ā Ā Ā Keeping students motivated at the writing center isn’t always easy. Ā Some students love to write and can’t wait to open their notebooks to a new page, but many students…
My very first year of teaching (1997) our school focus was on writing. Ā As a new teacher, this was a hefty goal. Ā I was going through teacher shock trying…
Here’s a fun interactive writing lesson for you to use as you introduce your students to sharing the pen! This lesson comes from the book Interactive Writing: How Language and…
When beginning the year, writing is the who’s who of first grade. I mean really! Paper, supplies, and creativity! I love the freedom and versatility, but those same two attributes…
This week we held our Young Author Celebration.Ā This has been a tradition for our school.Ā It is held during the school day.Ā We invite people from our city, county,…
This is the part of the year when writing becomes really fun! I wrapped up the third in my writing series Engaging Writing Activities! It’s perfect for the second half…
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