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How to Teach Figurative Language in Upper Elementary

Figurative language is like a playground of words and is naturally interesting for students. On the other hand, mastering figurative language can be a challenge and can impact reading comprehension especially for English Language Learners. That's why it is very important to explicitly teach the different types figurative language to your upper elementary students. In this blog post, I will share ... Read More about How to Teach Figurative Language in Upper Elementary

Figurative Language Picture Books for Teaching Upper Elementary

Picture books not only engage students but also provide clear examples, making lessons on figurative language not just educational but fun. Whether you're teaching idioms, metaphors, similes, personification, alliterations, or onomatopoeias, there is a book you can share to captivate your students. Here you'll find a comprehensive list of figurative language picture books for upper elementary that ... Read More about Figurative Language Picture Books for Teaching Upper Elementary

St. Patrick’s Day Shirts for Teachers

As we gear up for March, I've looked for the cutest and top rated St. Patrick's Day shirts for teachers. You'll notice that they are all green or contain a good amount of green because we don't want to give anyone any excuse to pinch us. Each shirt brings a fun touch! What's even better? These T-shirts are not just cute; they come highly rated on Amazon. Best Rated "Lucky" St. Patrick's Day ... Read More about St. Patrick’s Day Shirts for Teachers

Fun ELA Leap Year Activities for the Classroom

Leap days come only once every four years, and this is your chance to have to make it memorable for your 4th and 5th grade students. I've got some engaging Leap Year activities for the classroom to share with you that mix fun with learning during your ELA block. This blog post is all about making the most of this extra special day while covering standards through Leap Day activities, so let's ... Read More about Fun ELA Leap Year Activities for the Classroom

Fast Finishers Activities – I’m Done, Now What?

The challenge of early finishers is all too familiar—those students who complete their work quickly and then eagerly await their classmates to finish. In this collaborative blog post, some of my favorite teacher friends (Marissa Despins, Tanya Marshall, Tiffany Schmidt, & Sherri Miller) and I help you tackle this issue head-on.  You will find creative ideas to use as fast finishers activities. ... Read More about Fast Finishers Activities – I’m Done, Now What?

Valentine’s Day T-Shirts for Teachers

As we gear up for February, I've discovered a fantastic collection of Valentine's Day T-shirts for teachers that seamlessly blend style and comfort—ideal for the month of February in the classroom. Adorned with charming graphics and clever slogans, each shirt brings a fun touch without sacrificing professionalism. What's even better? These T-shirts are not just cute; they come highly rated on ... Read More about Valentine’s Day T-Shirts for Teachers