Discover how to track student growth with an easy-to-use Google Sheets assessment tracker. After 11 years of teaching, I created a tool that simplifies tracking student progress across assessments, making it easier to set goals, visualize data, and improve outcomes. Perfect for K-12 teachers looking to streamline their data collection!
Discover effective teaching strategies for Haruki Murakami’s The Seventh Man, a powerful short story on guilt and innocence. Learn how to engage students with close reading, Socratic seminars, and thoughtful writing prompts. Explore lesson plans and resources to help facilitate deep discussions and meaningful analysis in your classroom.
Black History Month is a time to honor the contributions of Black individuals throughout history. In this post, I’ve gathered a variety of educational resources—lesson plans, activities, and writing tasks—that will help engage high school students in meaningful discussions about race, identity, and the ongoing fight for equality.
Getting students to read silently every day is a game-changer! With over 11 years of teaching experience, I’ve seen the power of Silent Sustained Reading (SSR) in transforming classrooms, from boosting test scores to giving students a much-needed mental break. In this post, I’ll show you why you should implement SSR!
To kick off Lord of the Flies, I engage students by creating chaos in the classroom. Desks are piled up, chairs are flipped—creating a disordered scene. Students work together to restore order, choosing a leader and creating rules. This hands-on activity sparks discussions about leadership, survival, and human nature in the novel.
Looking to enhance your middle or high school writing workshops? This differentiated approach to argumentative writing targets six key areas, offering tailored support to students. From independent study to collaborative feedback, this method helps improve writing skills and fosters reflection, ensuring impactful growth in argumentative essays.
Valentine’s Day can be chaotic in the classroom, especially with teenagers and all their drama. But with a little creativity, you can channel that energy into something productive. Here are a few of my favorite Valentine’s Day activities—thank you note writing, argument debates, and fun writing prompts—that keep the mood light and engaged!
The post-break blues can feel overwhelming. But with a little planning, you can ease back into the school year. Prepare a few lessons beforehand, start with a brief, engaging activity, and re-establish clear expectations. Don’t forget to seek student feedback and remember to breathe! You’ve got this.
Looking for how to write sub plans for class? This blog offers practical tips and a guide to creating detailed sub plans that ensure your students stay on track even when you’re absent. From essential info to student notes, find everything you need to prepare for the unexpected!
Looking for fun, seasonal classroom activities to engage students during the winter months? This blog post shares creative ways to incorporate holiday cheer into learning, from thank-you note writing to candy cane debates and winter writing prompts. Get practical ideas for keeping students motivated and productive, even as excitement for winter break builds!