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Making the Leap From Picture Books to Chapter Books

Help your developing readers make the important transition from picture to chapter books with these tantalizing series. Descriptions and reading levels are included so you can choose what's right for each student.

By Brian Smith

October 20, 2017

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PreK-5

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The Hidden Power of Learning Objectives

Learn why objectives are important, how to write a great objective and success criteria, and ways to make your objective a valuable learning tool throughout your lesson.

By Meghan Everette

October 18, 2017

Grades

1-12

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Rethinking the Weekly Newsletter

Follow these tips to stop wasting time creating newsletters that nobody reads. With 15 minutes and a phone, tablet, or computer, you can create newsletters that will get your parents' attention and have them looking forward to the next one.

By Genia Connell

October 16, 2017

Grades

PreK-5

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Low- and No-Prep Halloween Fun

The school year is well underway for everyone, and before you know it, the excitement of Halloween is all the kids can talk about. As teacher, you can fight the battle, or harness the excitement into these seven fun art projects, writing prompts, PE lessons, and math games.

By Nancy Jang

October 11, 2017

Grades

PreK-2

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Exploring Vocabulary Through Illustration

This year, I'm rethinking what I know about word walls and vocabulary instruction. Student-created illustrations may just be the ticket to making word meanings stick! Read on for ideas.

By Julie Ballew

October 12, 2017

Grades

3-8

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Investigating the Wonderful World of Pumpkins

October is filled with many fun and exciting things, pumpkins being one of them! Read on to find out creative ways to investigate and learn from pumpkins!

By Sandra Carrillo

October 9, 2017

Grades

PreK-K

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