The days leading up to Thanksgiving break can be tricky in an upper elementary classroom. Students are excited, schedules are often interrupted, and keeping everyone focused isn't always easy. Finding Thanksgiving grammar activities that are engaging an d still instructional can make those last few days a little easier. That's when I like to switch things up without putting grammar instruction ... Read More about Thanksgiving Grammar Activities for Upper Elementary
Best Fall Read Alouds for Upper Elementary
Fall read alouds for upper elementary students can bring the season into your classroom while still supporting meaningful reading instruction. Fall picture books about pumpkins, scarecrows, harvests, and changing seasons can be used to teach everything from inference and character change to figurative language and theme. The fall picture books below work especially well with 3rd, 4th, and 5th ... Read More about Best Fall Read Alouds for Upper Elementary
Halloween Grammar Activities for Upper Elementary
If you've taught during Halloween week, you know how difficult it can be to keep students focused. Between the excitement of costumes, candy, and Classroom celebrations, finding Halloween grammar activities that hold their attention can be a challenge. That's when I like to change things up without putting grammar instruction on hold. These activities give 4th and 5th grade students ... Read More about Halloween Grammar Activities for Upper Elementary
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2026 for Teachers
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2026 for Teachers can be a money saver for items that you use regularly in the classroom. However, not all deals are created equal. I did some research to help you find some of the best deals on things you will actually use. Updated throughout Prime Big Deal Days: I’ll be adding teacher deals as I find prices that are actually worth sharing. (This post may contain ... Read More about Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2026 for Teachers
Thanksgiving Games for Students in Upper Elementary
Thanksgiving week can be exciting, but it can also make keeping students focused a little harder. I mean, who can blame them knowing a week off of school is right around the corner. Thanksgiving games for students give you a fun way to channel your students' extra energy. These Thanksgiving classroom games work well when you need something different before the holiday break. Some get students ... Read More about Thanksgiving Games for Students in Upper Elementary
Picture Books to Teach Context Clues in Upper Elementary
Picture books for teaching context clues can make this reading skill more meaningful for upper elementary students. Instead of just practicing with isolated sentences, students can use clues inside a meaningful story. That gives them a reason to think about both the word and the surrounding text. Why Use Picture Books to Teach Context Clues? I did not choose these books simply because they ... Read More about Picture Books to Teach Context Clues in Upper Elementary
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