January is the perfect time to reset routines and strengthen core literacy skills after winter break. Students are settling back into school, and teachers are looking for meaningful, low-stress ways to reinforce essential reading strategies. One of the most effective January literacy focuses for 2nd and 3rd grade?👉 Context clues. Why Teaching Context Clues Is So ImportantContinue reading “January Literacy Activities for 2nd and 3rd Grade: Teaching Context Clues That Stick”
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How I Turn a Read-Aloud into a Full Literacy Pack
If you’re anything like me, one great picture book can spark an entire week of reading, writing, and critical-thinking lessons. Over the years, I’ve learned to take a single read-aloud and expand it into a complete, ready-to-teach literacy pack that hits multiple standards—without feeling like “busy work.” Here’s a peek at how I do it—step byContinue reading “How I Turn a Read-Aloud into a Full Literacy Pack”
Back-to-School Classroom Activities to Build Critical Thinking and Community
The start of a new school year is buzzing with excitement — and maybe a little nervousness, too! It’s the perfect time to set the stage for a year filled with learning, laughter, and lots of “aha!” moments. One of the best ways to do that? Building a classroom community where students feel safe, connected,Continue reading “Back-to-School Classroom Activities to Build Critical Thinking and Community”
🎒 Kick Off the School Year with the Brown Bag Biography: A Unique Student Intro Activity
The first week of school is more than setting up routines and reviewing rules—it’s about building a classroom community where students feel safe, seen, and celebrated. One of my favorite ways to do that? The Brown Bag Biography, or the All About Me Bag. This low-prep, high-impact activity helps students introduce themselves in a way that’s fun, creative,Continue reading “🎒 Kick Off the School Year with the Brown Bag Biography: A Unique Student Intro Activity”
