Becoming pen pals with other students in neighboring elementary schools is a great class project. Some middle schools even have their lowest grades write to incoming students as a way to ease new students’ fears. While the opportunities to write to other students are great ones, there are other pen pals that you may want…
Beyond the Pencil – 5 Ideas for Writing Practice Fun
Move beyond plain pencils and paper and make writing practice fun! The five ideas below are sure to have your students clamoring for more practice time. The kinesthetic component of the ideas is great for beginning learners, as well as, ESL/ELL students. Fine motor skills practice, here we come!
3 End of the Year Bulletin Board Ideas for June
June is fast approaching! Do you have your bulletin board planned out for the month? Whether you are looking for an inspiring end of the year bulletin board or a way to jump start student learning in your year round school, the ideas below will get you started on constructing a memorable and interactive display.