Author Archives: Got to be LIT

10 Effective Ways for Teachers to Stay Motivated and Engaged in the Classroom

Taking care of yourself is essential to ensure that students receive the best education possible. Take care of yourself, teachers! This article gives 10 tips for teachers to stay motivated in the classroom.

Teaching Reading with the CCSS: Making Connections to Self, Across Texts, and to the World

a picture of a child reading Introduction As teachers, we all want to inspire our students to become lifelong learners and critical thinkers. We want them to engage with the world around them and develop empathy for others. The Common Core State Standards (CCSS) provide a framework for teaching essential skills that will prepare our students for success inContinueContinue reading “Teaching Reading with the CCSS: Making Connections to Self, Across Texts, and to the World”

Unlocking the Power of Poetry: Writing Haiku, Shape Poetry, Diamanté, and Acrostic

8. Did you know that April is National Poetry Month? What better time to introduce your elementary students to the joys of poetry! My latest blog post provides step-by-step guides for teaching Haiku, Shape Poems, Diamanté, and Acrostics

8 Tips to Improve Reading Comprehension for 2nd Graders: Strategies and Book Suggestions

I remember struggling with my son’s reading comprehension in 2nd grade. Although he could read the words, he often couldn’t answer questions about the text because he wasn’t paying attention to what he was reading. This is a common problem that elementary educators face with their students. It can be frustrating for both parents and teachers toContinueContinue reading “8 Tips to Improve Reading Comprehension for 2nd Graders: Strategies and Book Suggestions”

Practice What You Teach: 5 Simple Self-Care Practices for Teachers

Photo by Ketut Subiyanto on Pexels.com Do you know the proverb, practice what you preach? Teachers should practice what they teach. As elementary educators, we often find ourselves in a position where we are expected to not only educate our students academically, but also to help them develop social and emotional skills such as self-regulation andContinueContinue reading “Practice What You Teach: 5 Simple Self-Care Practices for Teachers”

Marching into Learning: Fun and Engaging Lesson Ideas for Elementary Educators!

As an elementary educator, teaching in March can be both exciting and challenging. With spring break on the horizon, students may be more eager to spend time outside or daydreaming about upcoming vacations. However, March also presents opportunities to explore important themes like Women’s History Month, National Nutrition Month, and Read Across America Day. ByContinueContinue reading “Marching into Learning: Fun and Engaging Lesson Ideas for Elementary Educators!”

Engage Your Students with Fun and Educational Activities: How to Catch a Leprechaun Book Companion

Are you looking for an exciting and educational way to engage your students during reading time? Look no further than my book companion for the read-aloud book “How to Catch a Leprechaun.” This fun and engaging activity pack is designed to help children develop important skills while enjoying a beloved tale of trickery and adventure.ContinueContinue reading “Engage Your Students with Fun and Educational Activities: How to Catch a Leprechaun Book Companion”

Benefits of Reading Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs During Your Weather Unit

Integrating literature into content areas is a powerful way to engage students in learning. Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs by Judi Barrett is an excellent example of a book that can be used in the classroom to supplement a weather unit in science. Reading this book aloud to elementary students can have numerous benefitsContinueContinue reading “Benefits of Reading Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs During Your Weather Unit”