Hey there friends,The weather here in Washington has me missing the sun so much that I would consider taking a trip to space just to spot the sunshine! So with escaping to outer space on my mind, I have some space reading comprehension activities to share including a free nonfiction reading passage.To get started with these space reading comprehension activities, I wanted to practice comparing nonfiction and fiction texts with my students. We know that most students have a basic understanding of what fiction and nonfiction are, but it is important for us to revisit these skills taking them to … [Read more...] about Space Reading Comprehension Activities
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Tools for Teaching Informational Writing
Hi there friends,As I am sure you have too, I have been thinking about the end of the year stretch and what that entails. Spring is one of my favorite seasons in teaching because you realize how far your kids have come since the beginning. They are just capable of so much more especially in their writing. As a result of this new skill set, we transition into more research projects in the spring. With that in mind, I’m sharing with you some tools and resources for teaching informational writing.Getting OrganizedResearch projects always seem to offer students a sense of independence and pride, … [Read more...] about Tools for Teaching Informational Writing
Buzzing with Excitement for Insects Reading Comprehension & Author’s Purpose Activities
Hey there friends,Though our weather can’t decide if it’s going to be spring yet, the animals and insects are out and about here in Washington state. With the arrival of spring brings one of my favorite nonfiction units… insects reading comprehension!Insect Unit StudyIn 2nd grade our science curriculum always had 2-3 insects delivered to our classrooms including caterpillars and mealworms. It’s hard to contain the excitement around this theme so my team and I always ordered extra species of insects such as ladybugs, ants, silkworms, and stick bugs to name a few. It was not only fun but … [Read more...] about Buzzing with Excitement for Insects Reading Comprehension & Author’s Purpose Activities
Activities for Autism Awareness Month & Teaching Special Needs Acceptance
Hey there friends,I am excited to share with you some books and activities for autism awareness month and resources for teaching special needs acceptance in the classroom, but first a quick pause for a happy, sappy story…I had one of the best days ever a week ago.My oldest son Mason is autistic and has had his share of success and struggles over the years. This year he started playing the saxophone and it has been a huge comfort to him. He is also incredibly good at it.So... On Friday as I pulled up for car pick-up, I heard a 🎷 saxophone in the distance. I drove up and Mason was playing … [Read more...] about Activities for Autism Awareness Month & Teaching Special Needs Acceptance
