4 Steps for Teaching Opinion Writing

As teachers, we know that our little learners have A LOT of opinions. Getting those opinions on paper and properly supported can be the tricky part. If you are entering your opinion writing unit or looking for some ways to change things up, you’re in

Practice Writing Sentences with Sentence Scrambles

Are your students struggling with producing complete sentences? Do they just need a little more reinforcement? Try Sentence Scrambles! Sentence Scrambles are an activity that my students love! They are a great way for your students to practice writing sentences and sentence building in a

How to Help Your Struggling Writers This Year

The buzz in education right now is loud and clear. Teachers are deeply concerned about their incoming students, especially those struggling with writing. Many kids are finding it harder than ever to put their ideas on paper and organize their thoughts effectively. That’s where our

How to Teach Editing and Revising

Why teach students to edit and revise their writing? In a nutshell, this important stage of the writing process gives students an opportunity to reflect on what they’ve written through a reader’s eyes. Taking the time to revise will ensure ideas are presented in an

Teaching Kids to Use Linking Words

Planning and preparing grammar lessons can be a struggle with a capital S! It can be difficult to keep students engaged in their grammar lessons and centers. One such grammar lesson that can be difficult to get students excited about is linking words. Never fear,