Why Math Curse by Jon Scieszka Is a Must-Have Book for Your Elementary Classroom Looking for a fun and effective way to bring math to life for your students? Math Curse by Jon Scieszka and illustrated by Lane Smith is…
As ESL teachers, we’ve all heard the ongoing debate: Should we be teaching grammar to English language learners (ELLs) in elementary school? It’s a valid question—and one that doesn’t have a simple yes or no answer. But there are some…
If you’re an elementary ESL teacher, you know that planning engaging, level-appropriate lessons for your multilingual learners across multiple grade levels can feel overwhelming—especially during the summer months. You’re juggling grammar, vocabulary, speaking, listening, reading, and writing for students at…
I hope you’re having a sweet start to your summer holiday! Wherever you are, I hope that you’re calm and rested. And if you’re teaching multiplication, I hope that you find engaging activities to use with your students. Fact Fluency…
Hey there, teachers! As we gear up for the exciting July 4th celebrations, why not sprinkle some July 4th Fun Idioms into your lessons? Idioms are phrases that mean something different from their literal words, and they can add a…
We all want to increase our math instructional strategies that will increase comprehension in English language learners. I want to share some of the math strategies I have used and are tried and true methods that stand up over time.…
It’s July and summer is here… we have 6 idioms for you ☀️…can you feel it? In this blog post, we delve into a bouquet of 6 idioms that capture the essence of July’s rejuvenation, growth, and renewal. Ahh! Teaching…
Here is a summer message to teachers! As another school year wraps up, it’s time to take a well-deserved break and recharge those batteries. You’ve poured your heart and soul into shaping young minds, and now it’s your turn to…
Introducing school-related vocabulary to beginner English Language Learners (ELLs) can be challenging. Using visual aids like anchor charts can significantly enhance comprehension and retention. This guide outlines a step-by-step approach to effectively teach school vocabulary using anchor charts. 🎯 Step-by-Step…
As the school year wraps up, June is the ideal time to reflect and encourage math review with students. Look over student progress and reinforce core skills one last time. Here are student-friendly resources you can turn review time into…