Why Word Games Like Word Noodles Belong in Every Classroom We all know that vocabulary is a cornerstone of strong reading skills. The larger a student’s vocabulary, the better they’re able to comprehend what they read, express themselves clearly, and engage deeply with the world around them. Vocabulary…
3 Practical Ways to Prevent the summer Slide Happy Fourth of July! Today, we pause not just to enjoy fireworks, cookouts, and well-earned summer rest—but also to reflect on the true meaning of Independence Day. It’s a day to celebrate the freedoms we enjoy, to honor those who…
As teachers, we pour our energy into helping students grow into strong, confident readers. So it’s tough on our teacher’s heart to watch those gains fade over a few months away from school. Supporting students’ reading lives after the school year wraps up is so important (also why…
Celebrating Beverly Cleary, D.E.A.R. Day, and The One and Only Family Some authors have a way of creating stories that stay with us forever. Their words linger in our minds, shaping our love for reading and storytelling. For many generations, Beverly Cleary was one of those authors—capturing the…
Refresh your classroom community and promote Self-Love with BIG by Vashti Harrison Bringing some happy back to the class! I don’t know about you- but at this point during the long, winter months my students need a refresher in all the community-building- friendship- respect lessons that we hit…
