4 strategies for Letter Formation success
Proper letter formation is a foundational skill for beginning writers. When it comes to letter formation, explicit instruction and plenty of direct practice is critical. Writing…
Writing
Free Christmas Activities, Ideas, and Games for Literacy
We’re talking about all things Christmas today! I have a ton of Christmas activities, resources, freebies, and ideas to share with you that are completely focused…
Writing Rings Writing Center: Open-Ended Writing Fun!
Does your writing center need spiced up?! I use writing centers in my classroom during our Daily 5 time for Work on Writing. My kids have the…
Handwriting Helpers for Little Writers
Let’s talk about HANDWRITING today! Over the years, I’ve realized that handwriting instruction can vary widely from district to district. It can even vary from school…
Work On Writing: Story Puzzles Writing Center
Do you use literacy centers within your classroom? As someone who uses The Daily 5 as my “structure and routine” for small group reading, I am…
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Maternity Leave Planning & Organization
Today, I am sharing tips and tricks for maternity leave! But first, let’s face reality. There is a HUGE amount of responsibility placed upon teachers who…