Teaching inference is no easy task for teachers or students. However, short stories are the teaching tool you need to scaffold such an abstract concept. Learn the best tips and titles to bring to your… Read More »Teaching Inference With Short Stories
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When it comes to teaching plot, choosing the right texts is essential. Read on to learn tips for teaching plot with short stories, including a list of titles with strong and engaging plots your students… Read More »Teaching Plot With Short Stories
Are you teaching characterization in your classroom? Short stories might just be the tool you need. Read this post to learn several tools, tips, and titles to make teaching this abstract concept more engaging and… Read More »Teaching Characterization With Short Stories
Teaching theme can be a challenge for both teachers and students. However, teaching theme with short stories is a great way to get over the hump. Read this post to learn several tools, tips, and… Read More »Teaching Theme With Short Stories
Teaching textual evidence can be a challenge in the secondary classroom. The students still need explicit teaching on finding, citing, and explaining textual evidence. Read this post to learn my favorite tips and how-tos that… Read More »Tips for Teaching Textual Evidence in the Secondary Classroom
There are several ways to use picture books in the secondary classroom? (It’s true.) The best part is that they’re equal parts engaging and effective. Keep reading to learn the benefits and tips for incorporating… Read More »Using Picture Books To Teach Secondary English Language Arts
They might be short, but they sure are powerful teaching tools! This post outlines all the reasons why you should be teaching short stories in the secondary classroom, including some of my tips for teaching… Read More »Teaching Short Stories in The Secondary Classroom
Teaching research skills is essential in the secondary classroom. However, are both you and your students ready for something other than a traditional research paper? Read on for 11 creative alternatives to a traditional research… Read More »Creative Alternatives to a Traditional Research Paper
Evaluating student learning doesn’t have to mean giving a traditional test. There are several ways to assess student learning that are both effective and engaging. Dive into this post to learn what they are! What… Read More »The Best Ways to Evaluate Student Learning Without Giving Them a Test!
Are you looking for a way to acknowledge Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month in your classroom? This post provides tips for celebrating inclusion in your classroom through short stories written by Asian/Pacific American authors this month… Read More »The Best Short Stories to Teach During Asian Pacific American Heritage Month– and Beyond