This is the second of two posts focusing on academic language and academic vocabulary for English Language Learners. In this post, we dig deeper into grammatical competency, discourse, and cognition to share tips for ESL teachers to help your…
We are encouraged to build our students’ vocabulary and, as we dig deeper into the Common Core State Standards, the call for academic language and academic vocabulary is ever-present. Have you noticed that these terms are often used interchangeably?…
8 Tips for Scaffolding an ESL Lesson Hello friends, Right now so many new and experienced teachers are creating their lessons and making sure they are reaching and teaching all their students, including their English language learners. Scaffolding is the…
One of the most important things you can do to help your child succeed in math is to build their math vocabulary. Just as with reading, a strong math vocabulary is essential for understanding new concepts and being able to…
Do your English Language Learners (ELLs) struggle with understanding Math? Many ELLs do. If you are an ESL teacher working with English Language Learners (ELLs) studying Math there are a few things to make sure you cover! Consider common English…
As we implement the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) in Math, many teachers are wondering where games fit in. We know that children discover their world and learn through play. We also know that repetition is crucial to learning new…
Do your English Language Learners (ELLs) struggle with understanding Math? Many ELLs do. If you are an ESL teacher working with English Language Learners (ELLs) studying Math there are a few things to make sure you cover! Consider common English…
Hello friends, If you’re reading this blog, you probably have English language learners🌹in your classroom. The good news is, you’re not alone! In fact, as of 2019, about 10% of the students that make up our classrooms are English learners,…
There are just some years when you don’t know where to start. That’s the worst feeling. Whether you’re an ESL teacher or a classroom teacher, you’ve probably felt that way before. The good news is that if you’re feeling this…
Back to school is upon us, and whether this is your first school year or your tenth, a little list of back to school tips never hurt anybody. I write you these 5 back to school tips with the hope…
