Ideas from a Reading Specialist–Current blogs consist of free online sites and programs for a reading classroom.
1. Snowball Fight Each student begins a story. I ask the first writer to introduce the setting and a minimum of one character. After students have several minutes to write, call time. Students crumble their paper into a snowball and toss it. Each student picks up a new paper and continues the story. After time […]
Veterans Day (originally “Armistice Day” started in 1919 but didn’t become a national holiday until 1938. It is a day to honor all those who have served their country. Here are ideas to celebrate Veteran’s Day with older students. Volunteer Encourage your students to help a charity or organization which supports active military families or […]
This project began as famous couples (in honor of Valentine’s Day). It quickly morphed to famous duos and it is appropriate for any day of the year. The list of duos includes people in history, fictional characters, and pairs in pop culture. Each student selects one of the pairs: Mickey and Minnie Mouse Dr. Jekyll […]
Starting the New Semester With Your Students January has traditionally been a time of both reflection and looking forward and setting goals. It is a good time for a reset in your classroom. Guide your students to reflect on their first semester and begin to look forward to the second semester. Students will benefit from […]
Studying Charles Dickens in December is a highlight for Language Arts teachers. Here are 4 sites to help with your classroom study. Charles Dickens Info This website features three sections: The Life of Dickens The Work of Dickens A Christmas Carol Included in the website you will find a quiz, interactive resources, book and short […]
Since the time of President James Madison, the US Presidents have joined the Easter festivities with an egg roll. The festivities were cancelled in 2020 due to COVID, and the 2021 event was destined to the same fate. Fortunately, a spokesman for First Lady Jill Biden announced alternative plans. As part of the Easter Egg […]