Inside you’ll find literacy quotes to strengthen your teaching resolve. Sometimes an encouraging word from a fellow educator is what we need to remember our why. Literacy matters, and teachers have the privilege of building life-long learners. Don’t forget your why!   Amazon links are added for your convenience and at no cost to you. Should you choose to purchase a… View Post

Inside: Writing is often a pain point for both teachers and students. This article explores strategies to encourage enthusiasm and ideas in writing literary nonfiction. The hope is that you can start and end your literary nonfiction unit with a smile. If you like my take on the writing process, check out my personal narrative took kit. It contains graphic… View Post

Inside: We all need mentors to model how to do things well.  It’s an effective mode of learning. When it comes to writing, what better models than authors who pour their hearts into published works? Whether it’s a novel, short story, or picture book, teachers should look for mentor texts for writing and reading connections. Keep reading for expert advice… View Post

Inside: You’ll find expert advice on middle and high school short stories to bring fresh light to your classroom. One of the best ways to build innovative ideas is to collaborate with other teachers. This post highlights secondary teachers, their favorite middle and high school short stories, and how to use them. Full disclosure: I have provided Amazon Affiliate links… View Post

Inside: 4th and 5th grade are the last pivotal years before secondary education. Teachers who take on this role have the amazing opportunity to encourage a deep love of poetry… if they choose the right 4th and 5th grade poems. Below you’ll find a helpful assortment of poems, resources, and strategies to help your readers fall in love with poetry…. View Post

Inside: Lesson plan ideas – we all need them! Discover details on how to use the gradual release model to structure class time and meet the needs of ELL students. Bonus – meeting their needs will also meet the needs of other learners in your class. A Note from Mrs. Price:  You’re standing in front of a classroom of 30… View Post