Memorable Literacy Night Activities: 6 Must-Have ELA Escape Rooms for Grades K–6
Family Literacy Night can go one of two ways. It can be the event that families talk about for weeks — the one where their kids dragged them through the…
3 Types of Reading Bulletin Boards Teachers and Librarians Love
If you’ve ever stood in front of an empty bulletin board wondering how to make it both meaningful and cute, you’re not alone. As an elementary teacher and librarian, I…
5 Creative Ways to Use a Fiction and Nonfiction Bulletin Board in Your Library or Classroom
Fiction and Nonfiction Bulletin Board...Do You Know the Difference? Do your students ever get confused about the difference between fiction and nonfiction books? You’re not alone! Many elementary readers are…
5 Exciting Reading Escape Room Challenges for Literacy Night
Planning engaging literacy activities that also reinforce key reading skills can feel like a constant balancing act. Whether you're organizing a Family Literacy Night or looking for a way to…
2 Adorable St. Patrick’s Day Bulletin Boards
St. Patrick’s Day is almost here, and I couldn’t be more excited about these two bulletin boards! There’s something about this time of year that just feels extra lucky, and…
Cause and Effect Made Fun: Free Cut-and-Glue Activity for Stuck by Oliver Jeffers
Teaching with picture books is a great way to help students understand so many comprehension skills. Stuck, by Oliver Jeffers, is the perfect read-aloud for teaching cause and effect. Why?…
5 Winter Read Aloud Activities for The Mitten Tree: A Heartwarming Story of Kindness and Generosity
If you’re looking for a heartwarming story to share with your students this winter, The Mitten Tree by Candace Christiansen is the perfect choice. This beloved picture book not only…
Valentine’s Read-Aloud: Roses Are Pink, Your Feet Really Stink – A Delightful Tale of Friendship and Forgiveness
Valentine's read-alouds are a wonderful way to celebrate love, kindness, and laughter in the classroom. One such book is Roses Are Pink, Your Feet Really Stink by Diane de Groat,…