For a long time, guided reading, where students work in small groups on books matched to their independent reading level, was a staple in many classrooms, mine included. However, research on the Science of Reading has started to cast doubt on its effectiveness, particularly for
Struggling to teach writing effectively while keeping your students engaged? Or, are you seeing a lack of writing skill growth? If you answered yes to either of these questions, our easy to follow, Science of Reading aligned curriculum, Lucky to Learn Writing, covers all those
When the weather doesn’t allow for outside play, it can be a challenge to keep students entertained. Or maybe you’re a teacher looking for a change from the usual school day routine. Either way, give one of these fun rainy day classroom activities ideas a
As the seasons change, so does the opportunity to bring fresh and exciting ideas into the classroom! Let’s explore a variety of seasonal classroom activities that will not only engage your students’ imaginations but also enhance their learning experiences throughout the year. 1. Johnny Appleseed
Through our interaction with teachers and students, we have identified a common issue when it comes to teaching phonics…finding engaging instruction materials that are effective and research based. To solve this problem, our team of master teachers, set to work on creating a phonics curriculum
Looking to stir up some excitement in your science lessons? Hands-on experiments are the way to go! But how can you plan easy experiments for your students, gather materials without spending a lot of money, and keep things organized and not chaotic? The answer is
