electricity and magnetism science unit

Your Grade 5 Electricity and Magnetism Unit Made Easy

Teaching electricity and magnetism to kids can be a fun and exciting way to help them understand the fundamentals of physics. However, if this is your first time teaching these concepts, it can be a tricky unit to teach. After all, the fundamentals of physics are still PHYSICS! 1) Electricity

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FSL teaching tips

Top 5 Magic Teaching Tips for the FSL Classroom

Are you teaching FSL (French as a Second Language) this year? If so, this blog post is for you! I know these tips will help ensure that French class is where your students want to be. Which is kind of like a magic trick? Right… 1) Build in Success Everyone

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3 fun and easy tips for teaching multi-digit multiplication

3 Fun and Easy Tips for Teaching Multi-Digit Multiplication

Are you dreading having to teach multi-digit multiplication? Do you wonder how you can teach students multi-digit multiplication when some still struggle with their basic facts? Then teacher friend, this blog post is for you! 1) Review Basic Facts Don’t skip this step! Trust me! Even if your students are

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3 awesome carnaval de quebec videos

3 Awesome Le Carnaval de Québec Videos

Do you need some engaging Carnaval de Québec videos for your French as a Second Language unit? I have got you covered! Here are three videos that I love incorporating into my FSL class! How Can I Use Carnaval de Québec Videos in my French as a Second Language Classroom?

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3 easy ideas for teaching theme in the upper elementary reading class

3 Easy Ideas for Teaching Theme

Are you frustrated because your students aren’t understanding how to build an interpretation? I feel ya! Here are 3 easy ideas for teaching theme. You will walk away with activities that you can start using TOMORROW in your upper elementary reading class! 1) Read Alouds are GREAT for Teaching Theme

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teaching equivalent fractions

4 Fun Activities for Teaching Equivalent Fractions

Teaching equivalent fractions? Yes, I know teaching this is as “fun” as getting a flu shot. That’s why today I am sharing with you 5 tips to make teaching equivalent fractions easier and maybe even enjoyable!  1) Incorporate Music Into Your Lessons NumberRock has a TON of super catchy math

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teaching french winter sports

3 Fun and Easy French Winter Sports Activities for Beginners

Are you wanting to teach your French as a Second Language students about French winter sports? Wanting to add some engaging and fun activities to your “My Health and Wellbeing” core French Unit? Keep reading to learn 3 ways to teach your beginning language learners important vocabulary terms this winter!

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what do the other kids do during guided reading

What do the other kids do during Guided Reading?

The number one question that I get from teachers who want or need to incorporate guided reading into their classroom is what do the other kids do while I’m teaching a small group? This question is KEY to ensuring that you end up loving small group reading and continue to

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