When planning an Interactive Read Aloud (IRA), are you often figuring out ways to keep students from misbehaving? Or, while exploring an IRA, are you thinking, "There's no way my class can handle that. I have to stay at the front of the room!” I completely understand these feelings! However, there … [Read more...] about Classroom Management for Read Alouds
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How to Compromise with It’s Mine!
Do you become frustrated when students are upset because they do not want to share? Or, are you spending precious educational minutes reminding students to be kind to one another? Unfortunately, teachers spend much time handling aspects related to not wanting to share. Since this is a crucial … [Read more...] about How to Compromise with It’s Mine!
Teaching Empathy with We’re All Wonders
Honestly, it is natural for students to prioritize themselves. They’ve grown up learning to do things independently, such as brushing their teeth and putting away their clothes. So, it makes sense that they now need instruction on how important it is to consider the feelings of others. If they do … [Read more...] about Teaching Empathy with We’re All Wonders
New September Books 2023
I’m sharing all of these books on video as well! Check out the New Books: September 2023 on my Youtube channel.This post contains affiliate links. Read my full disclosure here.New September Books 2023Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh by Mo WillemsIt’s the most wonderful time of the … [Read more...] about New September Books 2023
Books to Movies
Honestly, I can talk about books all day long. However, I cannot talk about TV shows and series because I really don’t like to watch TV. I always believe that books are better, so I just stick with reading them. However, some of our students love watching TV. So, a great way to show them reading is … [Read more...] about Books to Movies
New Books for April 2023
Everyone loves a good throwback sometimes. In this case, we will head back to new books: April 2023 and explore the amazing stories! Hopefully, this exploration will help you find the perfect ones for your collection. I’m sharing all of these books on video as well! Check out the Picture Books: … [Read more...] about New Books for April 2023