Happy Monday everyone! As we begin this new (and very unique) school year, some of us may find ourselves shuffling to find effective ways for our students or children to strengthen and retain reading … read more

I have been making playdough as a teaching tool for many years and have tried a few different recipes. The one I share with you in today’s article is by far my favorite (I still have the handwri … read more

Each year at the beginning of March, school children kick off National Reading Month by celebrating the birthday of the beloved Dr. Seuss. March also opens up the time of the school year that kids nee … read more

Movement! Some of our students just need to get up, move around, and let out some energy. Why not practice some word reading featuring tricky sounds while getting active!? The hopscotch mat showcased … read more

Introducing the –tch rule was a lot of fun using my own Bitmoji! Here I am with a big baseball glove, perfect for “catch.” In my first grade class I begin with a whole group lesson using a PowerPoint … read more

For those of you working on strengthening beginning or ending blend sounds, who also have students who love to color, try this out! This activity is quick, adaptable, and multisensory. It can also be … read more