Writing And Editing Checklists For Elementary Schoolers
It’s always a great feeling knowing that you’re teaching writing skills that your students will use for the rest of their lives - a few might even become successful authors later in life! Some of our students have a tendency to create an entire block of writing and...
Celebrating Cultural Diversity in the Classroom
More and more, students come to class with their own unique cultures, traditions and languages. We, as teachers, must work to develop curriculum and practices that meet the needs of our diverse student populations. As your students learn more about themselves and the...
We Should Change the Rules! Persuasive Writing Prompts for 5th Graders
As your students progress in their academic and professional careers, they will need to learn how to present their opinions to their peers in a mindful and grounded way. Persuasive writing sharpens this skill, as it requires the writer to back up their statements with...