Multiple Language Levels
Hello Friends, I recently responded to an email from a fellow ESL teacher speaking of Multiple language levels in one class and thought it might be useful to others! So if you are interested in what I do with mixed…
Lori
I am Lori Wolfe, the teacher behind Fun to Teach. I live in Ashland, Oregon with my husband Sunny. Oh gosh, my Sunny and I have been married longer than we have not been! I love to garden and play around with mass plantings. Gardening is like teaching and every year I get to recreate my garden just like my classroom! It blows my mind, but I have taught for 23+ years. Time really does fly when you are having fun. When I began teaching I was head over heels with bilingual (English and Spanish) 1st and 2nd grades. I graduated to third grade some years later and finally moved to teaching English to English language learners. That is when I found my true calling! ❤️. The creation of this website and my 2 blogs help me keep my educational practices sharp, my resources fresh and the motivation for teaching, dynamic and FUN! I’m so excited to share my love for teaching, resources, and ideas with you.
Third Grade Math Curriculum
Third-grade math Curriculum is pretty cool! You get to help young learners dive into some exciting stuff. We’re talking about numbers and operations, like adding and subtracting big numbers, getting into multiplication and division, and even dipping our toes into…
8 Ways New Elementary Teachers Can Differentiate Instruction for English Learners
Teachers, I know some of you were probably hoping to learn the secret to assisting your English learners perfectly when you signed up for this job. Unfortunately, it doesn’t quite work like that. However, while there’s no magic formula for…
Multiplication by Factor!
Multiplication you say? Welcome back to the world of chalk dust and recess bells! As you prepare to embark on another year of molding young minds, we’re here to help you navigate the labyrinth of multiplication factors. Buckle up, because…
10 Ways To Increase Language Proficiency in ELs Part 2
This is part 2 of 10 Ways To Increase Language Proficiency in English Learners, where I will continue to share 10 of my favorite tips for helping teachers create an effective English learning environment—from partnering with third-party services that offer…
10 Ways To Increase Language Proficiency in English Learners
If you’re a brand-new teacher, you might feel overwhelmed when it comes to increasing language proficiency in English learners, but don’t worry! With the right strategies and tools, you’ll feel equipped to guide your students through a year of learning…
📣 Math Sale Time📣 Attention Teachers! 📣
Ready to save some money on the resources you need and want the most? You are in luck with the Math Sale Time at TpT on August 29TH and 30TH! We have the Math resources you need to lighten up…
5 Ways to Address Knowledge Gaps with English Learners
English learners may enter the classroom with varying levels of educational background and prior knowledge. Some students may have also experienced interrupted or limited formal education in their home countries, leading to knowledge gaps. Teachers must address these gaps and…
Unveiling the Power of Math Vocabulary! 🧮📝
Welcome back to school! Let’s talk about the importance of Math Vocabulary! If you are starting to fill in your Math pacing guide for the year you realize that math stands as a cornerstone subject that lays the foundation for:…
Teach Reading to ELs
We know that ESL instruction is an important part when we are trying to teach reading to ELs. I admit that it takes a bit of patience and creativity, but there are some simple tricks that work wonders. It’s important…