Embarking on an author study with young minds goes far beyond the pages of a book—it's about fostering curiosity, sparking creativity, and igniting a passion for learning. In the realm of elementary classrooms, author studies become a powerful tool for cultivating a love for reading, writing, and exploration. The following author study activities invite you to step "Beyond the Book" as we delve into the captivating world of The Questioneers Series written by Andrea Beaty, where characters like Ada Twist Scientist, Iggy Peck Architect, and Sofia Valdez Future Prez come to life with boundless … [Read more...] about Beyond the Book: Author Study Activities for The Questioneers Series
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Election Day Activities for Elementary Students
As the leaves change and autumn sets in, so too does the season of elections. It's a time when questions about our government and the electoral process naturally bubble to the surface. To quench the curiosity of young minds and provide them with a peek into our US government, here are some of my favorite election day activities for elementary students. These election day activities aren't just about learning; they're about kindling the flames of active citizenship and planting the seeds of leadership. Imagine a classroom abuzz with excitement as students take part in mock elections, … [Read more...] about Election Day Activities for Elementary Students
Reading Comprehension Bookmarks
Have you ever struggled with knowing what reading comprehension questions to ask your students or your own kids? As we progress into the school year and we start to dig deeper into reading I always break out my Reading Comprehension Bookmarks. Each bookmark is focused on one specific reading comprehension strategy and has a list of reading comprehension questions for that strategy. These bookmarks are a great reading tool for students to use both at school and at home, but the best part is they can be used for ANY book. Let's take a closer look! Reading Comprehension Strategies I … [Read more...] about Reading Comprehension Bookmarks
Using Questioning Strategies to Increase Reading Comprehension
As a teacher, you may find that some of your students struggle with reading comprehension. One way to help these students is by using questioning strategies to guide their reading and deepen their understanding of the material. By using appropriate questioning techniques, you can help your students improve their reading comprehension and become more engaged with the text they're reading. Sometimes we overthink asking questions when reading when it can be as simple as asking, "Who?" "What?" "When?" "Where?" and "Why?" Another common mistake is that we ask questions that are set up to … [Read more...] about Using Questioning Strategies to Increase Reading Comprehension
