My child is reluctant to read! How can I get them reading? I get this question about books for reluctant readers all the time from parents. In response, I created a list of books that are sure engage even the most reluctant 3rd – 6th grade reader. This list goes way beyond the typical Diary…
Category: ELA
7 Reasons Why You Need to Read to Your Students!
I love, love, love read alouds. I strongly believe they are an essential component of reading instruction. Sometimes, I struggle choosing a read aloud because there are so many incredible options. I hope the criteria I have created helps you choose an amazing read aloud for your class. Here Are My Top Reasons for Reading…
Easy Ways to Motivate Young Reluctant Readers
I want my students to LOVE reading! As an RTI teacher, many of my students come to me with the attitude that they are “not good at reading” or they “don’t like reading”. Some of these are first grade students! This breaks my heart. I want to motivate reluctant readers so they look forward to…
How to Engage Your Class Using Free Task Card Templates
Task cards have always been a permanent fixture in my class. Learn how to easily incorporate them into your routine with a free editable task card templates. I was using task cards before I knew they were called task cards. My first year in the classroom, I taught an amazing bunch of third graders who…
Easy First Day of School Games and Activities
Easy relationship building games for the first day of school. Low prep games for students in upper elementary to get to know each other and get moving.