You've worked hard with your students all year - putting books in their hands, reading aloud and talking with them about books. They are engaged and reading more than ever! But, what happens when summer hits? They no longer have constant access to books and a strong reading model. Take your … [Read more...] about Engage Your Readers with a Library Field Trip
Second Grade
Benefits of a Class Jigsaw Puzzle
Puzzles are often found in preschool and kindergarten classrooms as a fun toy. But, what about in upper elementary classrooms? Using jigsaw puzzles in the classroom can offer benefits for students of all ages. This post contains affiliate links. Read my full disclosure here. When my students … [Read more...] about Benefits of a Class Jigsaw Puzzle
Helping Parents Read Aloud at Home
At parent-teacher conferences, I was asked the same question - how can I help my child read at home? My answer was simple - just read! But I started to realize that it wasn't so easy for families. As the teacher, I needed to provide a reading resource for parents.I started out with … [Read more...] about Helping Parents Read Aloud at Home
Connecting Your Students with Authors
Connecting students with the authors who write their favorite books can be a very powerful tool! Not only will it inspire them as readers, but as writers as well. After reading book(s) by a particular author, find a way for students to connect with the writer to bring his or her stories to … [Read more...] about Connecting Your Students with Authors
How to Plan a Virtual Visit with an Author
Last week, I posted about inviting an author to come visit your school. It is an inspiring way to gt your students engaged in both reading and writing. However, that can often be expensive and a lot of work to put together. Luckily, technology offers us another option that is more cost and … [Read more...] about How to Plan a Virtual Visit with an Author
Reviewing Reading Expectations After Break
Coming back from winter break can be a difficult transition for students. It's easy for them to forget the expectations and procedures of the classroom, especially when it comes to reading. Here are a few things you might want to try on those first few days back in the classroom: Review … [Read more...] about Reviewing Reading Expectations After Break