Helping students understand the types of author's purpose is an important step in building strong reading comprehension skills. When students can ... Read More about What are the 5 Types of Author’s Purpose?
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Activities for National Library Week in Upper Elementary
National Library Week is celebrated each April to recognize the important role libraries play in our communities. Many teachers look for meaningful ... Read More about Activities for National Library Week in Upper Elementary
Pi Day Books for Upper Elementary
Pi Day books for kids in upper elementary classrooms can make March 14 more meaningful than writing 3.14. A strong Pi Day read aloud gives 3rd, 4th, ... Read More about Pi Day Books for Upper Elementary
Women’s History Month Activities for Upper Elementary
If you are anything like me, March comes fast and suddenly you are looking for women’s history month activities that actually work for upper ... Read More about Women’s History Month Activities for Upper Elementary