Ever feel like your read-aloud just needs something after it’s over? You know the moment: your class loved the story, everyone’s engaged, ...

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I got an email on Tuesday asking me why I'm so passionate about using poetry and songs in the classroom.  I pulled together my Top 10 re...

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I've finally figured out a classroom poetry binder system that actually saves me time—and I’m kicking myself for not doing it sooner! If...

If your students are obsessed with Dog Man , you're in good company! Dav Pilkey’s graphic novel series is a favorite in my classroom and...

Hey there, teacher friend! Happy New Year! I love January with my First Graders...the growth really accelerates by leaps and bounds once Jan...

A few weeks ago, I introduced my Directed Drawing Series. Read about all the benefits of Directed Drawings and check out some of the result...