It is the supreme art of the [ESL] teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge. ― Albert Einstein I might edit dear Einstein just a bit to indicate “art of the ESL teacher” instead! Because isn’t it true…
-Themed Activities for Elementary Students October is rolling in and the excitement of Halloween is starting to fill the air! It’s the perfect time to incorporate some spooky fun Halloween activities into your math lessons! From counting candy to solving…
I created a series of month by month resources I have used in my classroom over the years. In this blog post, I will explain the teacher benefits of the ESL October Monthly Curriculum Bundle and you can determine if…
I received an email from a fellow ESL teacher about the challenges of teaching students with varying language proficiency levels in the same classroom. I thought my response might be useful to others facing similar situations, so I decided to…
Multiplication is a cornerstone of elementary math, and incorporating multiplication games into your teaching toolkit can make a significant difference. These games not only make multiplication fun and more engaging but also help students grasp complex concepts while developing critical…
Let’s Talk About ESL Tips for Teaching Newcomers and Beginning English Language Learners! Teaching English as a Second Language to newcomers can be both rewarding and challenging. These students are often embarking on a new journey, adapting to a different…
In Math Gradual Release of Responsibility is a game-changer for elementary teachers. 🚀 This step-by-step teaching strategy helps students build understanding, practice with support, and achieve independent success. Gradual Release of Responsibility – What is it anyway? The Gradual Release…
If you’re anything like me, you know that planning effective ESL lessons for English learners can feel like juggling ten things at once. Between prepping grammar mini-lessons, building vocabulary practice, and creating engaging games that actually stick, it’s easy to…
Teaching Math Vocabulary to elementary students is easy with games! As elementary school teachers, we play a crucial role in shaping the foundational skills of our students. One of the key areas that often requires extra attention is math vocabulary.…
Teaching reading to ELLs. Recently a teacher reached out and asked me about English language learners and teaching reading to ELs. I thought my response to her would be interesting to others so here it is as a blog post!…
