How to Make EOY Memory Books that Matter
End of year memory books are a great way to reminisce and recap the year. This fun, spring writing project is a popular trend in classrooms. Students recap exciting events and memories, while recording and illustrating them to “keep forever”. However, how do we ensure that we are creating a book that is going to […]
How to Help Students Enjoy Writing Poems in the Classroom
Teaching reading poetry can be daunting.. but teaching writing poetry can be downright terrifying! Following these simple steps can make teaching students about writing poems easy peasy. Step 1: Intro & Reading Lesson Before teaching students to write poetry, they are going to need to practice reading poems. You can read more in-depth about how […]
How to Empower Student Success with Poetry Reading Lessons
I used to DREAD April because it meant it was time for teaching poetry. I am not that creative brained person that was ever good at writing poetry, so I assumed teaching students about reading poetry would be the same…. but I was so wrong! With the right models, anchor charts and lesson plans, teaching […]
How to Get Students Laughing with this Leprechaun Activity
Looking to spruce up your lesson plans this March? While this month can seem long and daunting, your writing block doesn’t have to be! Students love this leprechaun craft idea and teachers love the ease of planning that accompanies it. Intro: Read Aloud I start this lesson by reading aloud How to Catch a Leprechaun […]