July, 2016 - Task Cards, Test Prep, and Reading Strategies for ELA Teachers

Task Cards, Test Prep, and Reading Strategies for ELA Teachers

8th Grade Pre-Reading Activities | The Giver | The Monkey’s Paw | FUN

July 27, 2016
8th grade lessons, back to school activities, CCSS Literature, high school activities, middle school activities, Teaparty, The Giver lesson plans, The Giver Pre-Reading Activity, The Monkey's Paw lesson plans, The Monkey's Paw Pre-Reading Activity

I am so excited that I am returning to middle school and have the opportunity to teach 8th grade English (and History!) again! One of the most memorable lessons I have taught throughout my career was my pre-reading activity that introduced the novel “The Giver” to my 8th grade students. It happened to be a […]

High School Daily Starter Ideas to Inspire College and Career Readiness

Keeping high school students engaged at the start of class is a challenge that every teacher faces. Enter the high school daily starter — a simple yet powerful tool to set the tone for a productive lesson. Not only do daily starters help establish routines, but they can also spark critical thinking and prepare students […]

I’m BACK!

July 27, 2016

Last school year (15-16) was a whirlwind for me! Not only did I take over a high school AVID program as the coordinator and AVID elective teacher, but I also managed to run the Peer Counseling program and teach a section of English 9. It was so busy that I didn’t even realize that I […]