Word study and spelling instruction in the upper elementary grades has definitely changed since I was in school. This post will share a basic overview of how I teach Word Study and Spelling in my 5th grade classroom. Want FREE (and instant) access to an updated training that shares word study resources and strategies aligned to the science of reading? Click … [Read more...] about Word Study in Upper Elementary
Archives for January 2014
Using Kidblog to Engage {and Assess}
Happy Sunday! I wanted to post and share a resource that I have used in the past but just recently started up with my current group. It is a website that allows you to set up a class blog and interact with the students and allow them to interact. The site I use is called Kidblog and you can sign up and read more about it here. Note: I am editing this post to note that … [Read more...] about Using Kidblog to Engage {and Assess}
How to Review After a Long Break from School
My break is over, and I officially return to school Monday...sadsville! Other than having to set your alarm, and losing the extra time with family and friends, the other part about going back to work that I dread is the fact that I know some of my kids will have forgotten what we learned or just need a quick review. Last year, I decided to not fight this inevitable fact, … [Read more...] about How to Review After a Long Break from School