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3 Test-Taking Strategies for Elementary Students (Includes 10+ Printables)

Here are three basic test-taking strategies that elementary students should review prior to testing. Plus, download 10 free printable test-taking strategies resources that...

Women's History Month Research Activity, Grades 3–8

Did you know March is Women's History Month? In this article, you'll learn how to celebrate women throughout history in the grades 3–8 classroom with a simple research...

Dr. Seuss Day STEM Worksheets for Read Across America Day

Fun STEM activities are hugely popular in many districts across the country. When my district started folding STEM into our curriculum, I decided since reading is always an...

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Rainbows & Rainclouds Phonics Game

Grades K–3

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Vocab Gal's Favorite Test Prep Resources Kit

Grades 3–12+

Printable Reading Activities for Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month, I wanted to highlight some of my timely printable reading activities that you may want to try with your students. In this article, you'll...

Snowman Story Map: Show the Connection Between Reading and Writing

“Reading and writing go hand-in-hand,” is a phrase my students hear me constantly saying. “Good writers are usually avid readers,” is another of my favorite phrases. In this...

Winter Holidays Around the World– Lesson Plans for Elementary Students

The holiday season is a great time to incorporate cultural awareness into instruction! With the "Winter Holidays Around the World" lesson plans,students will learn about...

13 Ideas for Differentiated Reading Instruction in the Elementary Classroom

Differentiation has been a buzzword in education for years. As a literacy specialist, it is a critical part of my job. Differentiation is how a teacher adapts instruction to...

Teaching Students to Summarize

In this post, we’ll take a deeper look at the importance of summarizing as a demonstration of reading comprehension. Additionally, we’ll examine the progression of this skill...

Independent Phonics Practice Activities

In this post, we’ll highlight the importance of independent practice opportunities in foundational skills development and suggest ways to structure independent practice...

ELA Activities to Promote Diversity in the Classroom

Help your students embrace diversity. All students need to feel like they “belong” in their learning environment (on-site or online). All students need to be recognized for...

What Make Phonics Instruction Impactful?

Renowned phonics expert Wiley Blevins is back to inspire your phonics teaching! During the 2-Part High-Impact Phonics Instruction Masterclass, Wiley will show you how to...

How to Assess Reading Levels of Elementary Students Throughout the Year

In this article, you'll find free resources that will assist you in assessing the reading levels of elementary students at the beginning of the school year and throughout the...

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