Sometimes when people hear the word “crafts” at school, they assume that kids are just doing art. It is true…
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Winter Centers for Language Arts and Math
During the month of December, students obviously have much more on the brain than reading, writing, and arithmetic. When it…
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5 Ideas for Teaching Shades of Meaning
Any teacher who has seen words like “nice” and “good” one too many times in student writing can vouch for…
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“Home for the Holidays” Holiday Cards for Parent Gifts
Well, my friends, this is going to be the shortest and sweetest blog post you ever did read! I know…
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Hindsight is 2020: A New Year’s Writing Craft for Student Reflection
It’s been a doozy of a year, to say the least. I’m willing to bet you might be ready to…
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Holidays Around the World Activities for Close Reading and Opinion Writing
When you combine my favorite hobby and favorite holiday together (travel and Christmas), you get one of my favorite winter…
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