First year teachers have a lot to handle, a lot to learn, a lot to do, and it’s well… a lot. The first year of teaching can be very overwhelming, and all teachers make mistakes in their first year. However, hindsight is...
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Reluctant readers, or simply students who don’t show much interest in reading, need support to help them be successful in school. As students, and then adults, they will need to read to make it in the world. In addition...
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Writing is important because it gives us the means to express ourselves. Parents often want to encourage their children to write, but aren’t sure how to help. Here are 6 ways parents can support their child’s writing...
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Teachers tend to be control freaks. Not all, of course, but generally, elementary teachers in particular feel the need to control every aspect of their classroom. However, if order for students to really thrive, teachers need to...
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Graphic novels are a great option for both reluctant readers, “typical” readers, and advanced readers. Here are some favorite graphic novels that your students will love. Why should you let your students read graphic novels?...
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