Classroom Discussions

Engaging Career Activities for Middle School

Why Career Activities Are Critical in Middle School Middle school is a pivotal time for students to start thinking about their future careers. While they may not have all the answers, exposing them to different career paths helps spark curiosity, build confidence, and develop essential skills they’ll need in high school and beyond. Incorporating career […]

30 Fun and Engaging Emoji Riddles for Middle School Classrooms (Free Download!)

Looking for a quick and fun way to engage your middle school students? Emoji riddles are the perfect solution! These visual puzzles are not only entertaining but also a great way to spark curiosity and critical thinking in your classroom. Whether you need a warm-up activity, a brain break, or a team-building challenge, emoji riddles […]

Creative Ways to Use The Giver Discussion Questions in Your Classroom

As teachers, we’re always looking for versatile and meaningful resources to keep our students engaged. If you’re teaching The Giver by Lois Lowry, you know how much students benefit from rich, thought-provoking discussions. That’s why these The Giver discussion questions are a must-have in your teaching toolkit. Not only are they free, but they’re also […]

Engage and Collaborate: 3 Pre-reading Strategies to Energize Your Middle and High School Classrooms

As educators, we know that the key to unlocking a love for reading often begins before students crack open the first page of a text. Dynamic pre-reading strategies can spark curiosity, activate prior knowledge, and set the tone for deep engagement. In this blog post, I’m sharing three actionable pre-reading strategies that foster collaboration and […]

Dive into ‘Of Mice and Men’: Engaging Discussion Questions & Classroom Strategies

Hey fellow educators! Are you ready to bring John Steinbeck’s ‘Of Mice and Men’ to life in your classroom? I’ve got just the thing to spark up some vibrant discussions among your students. Here’s a treasure trove of thought-provoking questions for each chapter and some tried-and-true strategies to keep the conversation flowing! Chapter 1 Discussion […]

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