Teaching author’s purpose is a key comprehension skill for 4th and 5th grade students. When students understand why a text was written, they better ... Read More about Teaching Author’s Purpose in Upper Elementary
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What are the 5 Types of Author’s Purpose?
Helping students understand the types of author's purpose is an important step in building strong reading comprehension skills. When students can ... Read More about What are the 5 Types of Author’s Purpose?
Activities for National Library Week in Upper Elementary
National Library Week is celebrated each April to recognize the important role libraries play in our communities. Many teachers look for meaningful ... Read More about Activities for National Library Week in Upper Elementary
Pi Day Books for Upper Elementary
Pi Day books for kids in upper elementary classrooms can make March 14 more meaningful than writing 3.14. A strong Pi Day read aloud gives 3rd, 4th, ... Read More about Pi Day Books for Upper Elementary