All in One Podcast for Middle School Language Arts Teachers
This podcast is designed for middle school language arts teachers who feel overwhelmed by the demands of teaching. It offers actionable ideas to simplify planning, streamline instruction, and reclaim free time. Each episode addresses the complexities of teaching language arts to middle schoolers, providing practical strategies and support.
Episodes
5 Powerful End of Year Activities for Middle School ELA
The end of the school year is a unique mix of excitement, exhaustion, and unpredictability—especially in middle school ELA. Between assemblies, schedule changes, and restless students, it can be tough to keep learning meaningful without burning yourself out. That’s why having a set of low-prep, high-engagement end of year activities is essential. In this podcast, you’ll find simple, effec
5 Perfect Middle School Novels for Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, making it the perfect time to introduce students to powerful stories that highlight diverse voices, experiences, and perspectives. These novels not only build empathy and cultural awareness, but they also engage middle school readers with relatable characters and meaningful themes.
We will discuss:
I Am Kavi by Thushanthi Ponwee
5 Powerful Earth Day Activities for Your ELA Class
Earth Day is more than just a calendar date—it’s a chance for students to connect with the natural world, think creatively, and practice essential reading and writing skills. Middle schoolers in particular benefit from hands-on, reflective activities that combine literacy with environmental awareness. Whether you’re looking for low-prep, free activities or structured lessons that gui
How to Write Poetry: 5 Engaging Poetry Writing Activities
April is National Poetry Month, and it’s the perfect time to inspire middle school students to explore their creativity with words. If you’ve ever wondered how to write poetry in a way that’s fun, accessible, and engaging, these five activities are a great place to start. Each encourages self-expression, creativity, and a love for language, while giving teachers easy-to-use tools to guide
5 Spring Classroom Activities for Middle School
Spring in middle school is a vibe. The energy shifts. The sun stays out longer. Students start thinking about summer. And while that excitement is fun, it also means we need engaging, purposeful spring classroom activities that keep learning on track. Listen here for ideas on meaningful spring classroom activities for your middle school ELA classes.
We will discuss:
1. Poe
5 Engaging Women's History Month Books
Women's History Month is an important opportunity for middle school students to engage with stories that highlight women's voices, experiences, resilience, and contributions throughout history and today. The following Women's History Month books are meaningful, engaging, and well-suited for middle school readers. Each title encourages reflection, discussion, and deeper understan
5 Engaging Black History Month Books
Black History Month is an important opportunity for middle school students to engage with stories that highlight Black voices, experiences, resilience, and contributions throughout history and today. The following Black History Month books are meaningful, engaging, and well-suited for middle school readers. Each title encourages reflection, discussion, and deeper understanding — making th
5 Valetine's Day Activities for Middle School Students
Our middle schoolers love to celebrate special days such as Valentine’s Day, but they need activities appropriate for their age group. Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to celebrate kindness, creativity, and friendship in the classroom. Whether you’re looking for ways to engage your middle school students in a little extra fun or to integrate meaningful lessons about love and empathy, t
Winter Books for Middle School: Engaging Novels Kids Will Love
Looking for great winter books to share with your middle school students (or to read yourself) this season? Whether you’re cozying up by a fire or tracking themes of resilience and survival through the cold, these titles bring winter to life — from magical lands to challenging natural environments. Below are some winter-themed favorites that work well for classroom reading, discussio
5 New Year’s Activities for Middle School to Kick Off January
Coming back from winter break can feel a little chaotic — students are excited, routines feel rusty, and everyone needs time to ease back into learning. That’s why planning intentional New Year’s activities is so important for middle school teachers. Listen for a simple, teacher-friendly plan for New Year’s activities for middle school classrooms. These five New Year’s activities work esp
5 December Novels for Middle School:
December is the perfect month to curl up with a good book. The shorter days, crisp air, and festive season set the scene for stories that are cozy, exciting, and full of holiday spirit. Whether your students or young readers enjoy adventures, humor, or tales inspired by cultural traditions, this list of December novels for middle school has something for everyone. Each one is a great pick
Teaching in December without the Chaos: 5 Innovative ELA Activities for Middle School
Teaching in December can feel like trying to herd middle schoolers through a snowstorm. Between early dismissals, holiday excitement, and students’ shorter attention spans, keeping your ELA classroom productive is a real challenge. But it doesn’t have to be stressful! We will discuss 5 types of activities in this episode:
1. ELA Games
2. Creating Gifts with Words
3. Fast- Fini
The Best Native American Heritage Books for Middle School Students
Middle school is a wonderful time for students to explore stories that expand their view of identity, heritage, and culture — while also enjoying strong characters, engaging plots, and thoughtful themes. These five Native American Heritage books do just that.
We will discuss these 5 Native American Heritage novels:
Indian No More by Charlene Willing McManis and Traci Sor
5 Powerful Native American Activities for your Middle School ELA Classes
Bringing Native American activities into the classroom not only honors diverse voices but also helps students explore themes of identity, family, and connection to the natural world. Whether you’re teaching during Native American Heritage Month or weaving Indigenous texts into your curriculum all year long, these Native American activities will help your students engage with stories that
5 Engaging Autumn Classroom Activities for Middle School ELA - Podcast
Halloween is the perfect time to get students excited about reading—stories with a little creep, mystery, and imagination are ideal for middle schoolers. Listen here for 5 Halloween books that strike just the right balance between spooky and engaging. We will discuss:
5 great "spooky" books
Ideas for using them in the classroom
Activities to go along with all of these books
Let's connec
5 Engaging Autumn Classroom Activities for Middle School ELA
Autumn is the perfect season to bring fresh energy into your middle school ELA classroom. With cooler weather, colorful leaves, and plenty of seasonal inspiration, it’s an ideal time to spark creativity and keep students engaged in reading and writing.
In this post, we’ll explore five engaging autumn classroom activities for middle school ELA. Each activity is designed to be flexibl
5 Inspiring Books for Middle Schoolers: September Reading for Hispanic Heritage Month
September is the perfect time to refresh your classroom reading list, especially as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Middle school students can gain empathy, cultural understanding, and inspiration through stories that reflect diverse experiences.
In this episode, we will discuss 5 books that are perfect for September reading. There are ideas to go along with each novel, plus a link
5 Best Bell Ringer Ideas for Middle School ELA That Students Will Love
Join me for season 3!
One podcast a month will focus on 5 activities that you can easily implement in your middle school classroom for this month/season.
In this episode, we will discuss 5 engaging bell ringers for your students.
We will discuss bell ringers for:
Seasonal activities
Vocabulary
Grammar
Poetry
Reading Skills
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Back to School Reading: 5 Amazing Books for Middle School Students
Join me for season 3!
One podcast a month will focus on 5 books that are perfect for this month/season.
In this episode, we will discuss 5 books that are perfect for the back-to-school season. There are ideas to go along with each novel, plus a link to my YouTube channel where I read these books as part of my "First Chapter Friday" series.
The books included this month:
The 6th Grade Nic
5 Engaging Middle School Activities for the First Day of School
Join me for season 3! One podcast a month will focus on 5 activities that you can easily implement in your middle school classroom for this month/season. In this episode, we will discuss 5 engaging activities to do on the first day of school.
We will discuss:
Icebreakers
Meet the Teacher
Read Alouds
Letter to Your Future Self
Classroom Scavenger Hunt
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EPISODE 41: Poetry Analysis for Middle School in 4 Easy Steps
I might be in the minority, but I absolutely love teaching poetry. I especially love having kids write poems because I get to know my students on a deeper and more meaningful level. One of the steps to becoming a good poet is to be a good reader of poetry. However, many middle school kids don’t know where to start. Therefore, you need a good plan of action for poetry analysis. The key? Ke
EPISODE 40: How to Easily Write 5 Engaging Types of Poems
Teaching poetry...we either love it or hate it. I'm in the "love" category. Why? Poems are simply songs without the music...and middle schoolers love music. Once they understand that, and once we simplify the poetry writing process, they usually are in the "love" category as well. One way to simplify the process is by giving kids specific types of poems to write.We will discuss how to wri
EPISODE 32: Teaching Conflict in Literature for Middle School - Part 3 of a Teaching Reading Skills Mini Series
If you are a middle school language arts teacher, teaching reading skills is a must.There is a certain "finesse" that you will need to do this well at the middle school level. This is the third in a mini-series on teaching reading skills to our middle schoolers. This episode focuses on teaching conflict in literature. Understanding types of conflict and how characters re
EPISODE 31: Teaching Character Analysis for Middle School - Part 2 of a Teaching Reading Skills Mini Series
If you are a middle school language arts teacher, then you teach reading skills. There is a certain "finesse" that you will need to do this well at the middle school level. This is the second in a mini-series on teaching reading skills to our middle schoolers. This episode focuses on teaching character analysis. Teaching a deep understanding about characters will b
EPISODE 30: Teaching Plot Structure for Middle School - Part 1 of a Teaching Reading Skills Mini Series
If you are a middle school language arts teacher, then you teach reading skills. There is a certain "finesse" that you will need to do this well at the middle school level. This is the first in a mini-series on teaching reading skills to our middle schoolers, and we will begin with teaching plot structure. Teaching plot structure will be a definite skill for kids t
EPISODE 29: Teaching in December: Easy Winter Classroom Ideas for Middle School
It's December and you're a teacher. If these two things are true, I don't need to spend much time explaining why it is such a stressful time of year. You're busy at school and you're busy at home. The tasks never end. Instead of stressing, take a deep breath, grab a cup of coffee (or a glass of wine...no judgment), and listen for easy winter classroom ideas to not only survive December bu
EPISODE 24: 3 Easy Ways to Sneak in More Grammar Lessons
We are going to talk about a really exciting concept: GRAMMAR! Grammar lessons are the best! Just kidding. But, we know kids need it, so we must teach it. Yet somehow we are all over the place in this country with how we should teach it, when we should teach it, and how much we should teach it. I am hopeful that by sharing my many years of experience,
EPISODE 22: Reading Assessment Examples for Reading Workshop (Part 8 of a Reading Workshop Mini Series)
This is the eighth and last part of a mini-series on reading workshop in middle school.If you've started your reading workshop, I hope you are finding success and enjoyment in presenting your mini-lessons, having kids discuss in book clubs, and conferencing. But like everything else we do, we have to find a way to purposefully assess what our students have learned. Havi
EPISODE 48: End of Year Countdown - 1 Week to Go!
The end of year countdown is on! You feel like you should be winding down, but as every educator knows, this is crunch time. You are working harder than ever, yet your list keeps getting longer and longer. How to handle it? Read here for your end of year countdown with 1 week left of school. We will discuss:
Finishing grading
Getting your room in order
End of year activities
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EPISODE 47: End of the Year Teacher Checklist - 2 Weeks to Go!
It’s the end of the school year, and you are feeling frazzled. You are trying to get things done on your end-of-the-year teacher checklist, but it somehow just keeps getting longer and longer. The answer? A solid plan where you map out your end-of-the-year teacher checklist a month before school ends. Read here for your plan with 2 weeks left of school.We will discuss:
Starting (or conti
EPISODE 46: End of Year Teacher Checklist: 3 Weeks to Go! - Part 2 of a Month-long countdown to the End of the Year
It’s the end of the school year, and teachers everywhere are feeling the pressure. You are tending to your end-of-year teacher checklist, but it seems to be growing rather than shrinking. The answer? A solid plan where you map out your end-of-year teacher tasks a month before school ends. Read here for your plan with 3 weeks left of school. We will discuss:
Re-assessing your end-of-year
EPISODE 45: TACKLING THE END OF YEAR SUCCESSFULLY: 5 TEACHER TASKS - Part 1 of a Month-long countdown to the End of the Year
It’s the end of the school year, and teachers everywhere are feeling the pressure. You are tending to your “to-do” list, but it seems to get exponentially bigger even while you are working hard. The answer? A solid plan where you map out your end-of-year teacher tasks a month before school ends. Listen here for your plan with 4 weeks left of school.We will discuss:
Creating a calendar
Pl
EPISODE 44: 5 Amazing Novels in Verse for Middle School
April is National Poetry Month, but it doesn't have to be April to introduce your students to novels in verse. Novels in verse appeal to students because they tend to move quickly and are told in rhythmic, interesting ways. Introducing your students to quality novels in this genre is a great addition to your poetry unit, and in my opinion, a great end-of-year reading unit. We w
EPISODE 43: The 10 Best Poems for Poetry Analysis in Middle School
If you teach poetry in your middle school ELA class, you know it can be a struggle. Kids often go into your poetry lessons with the attitude that poems are not interesting, they are hard to write, and that it’s too difficult to understand poems. It's therefore imperative to begin with poems that are engaging and will hook them right away. I have 10 great suggestions for you in
EPISODE 42: The 10 Best Songs for Poetry Analysis in Middle School
If you teach poetry in your middle school ELA class, you know it can be a struggle. Kids often go into your poetry lessons with the attitude that poems are not interesting, they are hard to write, and that it’s too difficult to understand poems. The answer? Start with songs for poetry analysis. Since I’ve never met a middle schooler who hasn’t obsessed over music, this is the easiest way
EPISODE 39: Teaching Poetry to Middle Schoolers in 5 Simple Steps
Teaching poetry to middle schoolers might seem complicated, but there are so many ways to do this simply and effectively. I have found that my kids (and I) enjoy this unit more than any other unit. And, I love to incorporate poetry throughout the year so that kids will understand it better and see how valuable it is. If you’re ready to get started, listen here to see how in 5 simpl
EPISODE 38: Literacy Center Ideas for Middle School
When you think of centers, you typically think of little kids, glue, construction paper, and a big mess. As a former first-grade teacher, I can certainly tell you that this is the absolute truth! But centers are NOT just for elementary school. In fact, one of the best literacy center ideas for middle school is for teaching reading skills and strategies. We will discuss:
Why use lite
EPISODE 37: Ace Your Teacher Performance Assessment
Your teacher performance assessment can feel dreadful. Maybe it’s planned, and maybe you know there is one more left. Either way, you’ll need a shift in mindset will get you to understand how to showcase your strengths to your administrator. Although teacher observations can be very stressful, these "no fail” tips will help you to impress your administrators and score high.
We will discus
EPISODE 36: Tips to Teach Theme in Middle School - Part 7 of a Teaching Reading Skills Mini Series
If you are a middle school language arts teacher, then you teach reading skills. There is a certain "finesse" that you will need to do this well at the middle school level. This is the seventh and final episode in a mini-series on teaching reading skills to our middle schoolers. This episode focuses on how to teach theme.Teaching theme in literature is a skill you’ll wan
EPISODE 35: Teaching Point of View and Perspective in Middle School - Part 6 of a Teaching Reading Skills Mini Series
If you are a middle school language arts teacher, then you teach reading skills. There is a certain "finesse" that you will need to do this well at the middle school level. This is the sixth in a mini-series on teaching reading skills to our middle schoolers. This episode focuses on teaching point of view and perspective.Teaching point of view and perspective in literatu
EPISODE 34: Teaching Dialogue and Internal Monologue in Middle School - Part 5 of a Teaching Reading Skills Mini Series
If you are a middle school language arts teacher, then you teach reading skills. There is a certain "finesse" that you will need to do this well at the middle school level. This is the fifth in a mini-series on teaching reading skills to our middle schoolers. This episode focuses on teaching dialogue and internal monologue.Teaching dialogue and internal monologue in lite
EPISODE 33: Teaching Symbolism in Middle School - Part 4 of a Teaching Reading Skills Mini Series
If you are a middle school language arts teacher, then you teach reading skills. There is a certain "finesse" that you will need to do this well at the middle school level. This is the fourth in a mini-series on teaching reading skills to our middle schoolers. This episode focuses on teaching symbolism.Teaching symbolism in literature is a skill you’ll want kids to have
EPISODE 28: Vocabulary Activities in Middle School
Vocabulary activities and vocabulary-learning strategies can be as boring as you make them. I will admit it…I KILLED vocabulary in the years past in my middle school language arts class. I inherited a list of disconnected words and was told to have kids write context clues sentences with them. Every. Single. Week.
Well, no more. If you are in a vocab rut like I was, read on to see easy wa
EPISODE 27: Great Activities for Fast Finishers
We’ve all been there. We are ready to teach a fabulous lesson. We know the lesson will engage our kids. And it does…but then they finish and there’s still a half hour left of class. Or, you plan another amazing lesson, and half of your kids are fast finishers while the other half need more time.
The fact is, it is nearly impossible to create a lesson in which all kids finish at the
EPISODE 26: Thanksgiving Classroom Activities for Middle Schoolers
Thanksgiving activities for middle schoolers can be tricky. Thanksgiving, as we know, can be a really nice holiday and a way to make some good connections in class with meaningful activities. As a language arts and social studies teacher, it is something that I incorporate every year. It really is what you make of it, and I have some good ideas from my many years of expe
EPISODE 25: Grading in Middle School Language Arts: What NOT to Grade
Grading in middle school: It is the bane of our existence as middle school language arts teachers. But take heart, because I am going to be talking about what NOT to grade. Sounds too good to be true, right? And since I have over 30 years of experience, I have really come to understand what I don’t need to grade. Unfortunately for me, I only really understoo
EPISODE 23: Score High on Your Teacher Observation
Your teacher observation can feel dreadful. But with a little shift in mindset, you will see that it's just a great way to showcase your strengths as an educator and to show your administrator your worth. Getting observed can be very stressful, but with some “no fail” tips, you will impress your administrators and score high.In this episode, we are going to talk about se
EPISODE 21: Using a Reader's Notebook in Middle School Reading Workshop (Part 7 of a Reading Workshop Mini Series)
This is the seventh part of a mini series on reading workshop in middle school.Kids need a place to keep notes and do activities in an organized fashion in reading workshop. The answer is a well-organized reader's notebook. But what is the best way to do this? We will discuss:
Why Use Reader’s Notebooks
Digital or Print?
Organization
What and What Not to Include
Classroom Management- Month 10 (Final Grading)
Join me in this year-long series on classroom management. Each month, we will look at tips and tricks for creating a better classroom management plan. This is the tenth and final episode in the series, with a focus on adjusting expectations for the end of the year.
It's the end of the year, and there is no type of busy like "teacher-busy" during this time. Your to-do lists both at w
EPISODE 20: Components of Reading Workshop - Conferencing (Part 6 of a Reading Workshop Mini Series)
This is the sixth part of a mini-series on reading workshop in middle school.I believe one of the most enjoyable components of reading workshop is conferencing. When done correctly, you will get to have conversations with kids about their books and guide them into higher-level strategies. And the best part is that it does NOT need to be a complicated system! In th
ELA Curriculum Map for Middle School: National Poetry Month (Month 10)
It’s April, and for ELA teachers, that means National Poetry Month! Poetry is the subject that kids think they hate…until they have a skilled teacher who brings passion and creativity to the unit. Listen here for 5 powerful poetry activities to do with your middle schoolers for National Poetry Month.
We will discuss:
"Black Out" or "Found" Poetry
Poetry Brackets Competition
Poetry Escape
EPISODE 19: Literature Circles for Reading Workshop Model in Middle School (Part 5 of a Reading Workshop Mini Series)
This is the fifth part of a mini-series on reading workshop in middle school.A huge hallmark of reading workshop is having kids working in book clubs, AKA literature circles. In this episode, we will talk about how to get kids working when they meet in groups. We will discuss:
What are Book Clubs?
How to Set Up your Book Clubs
Creating a Reading Plan
Discussion Question
Classroom Management- Month 9 (Adjusting Expectations at the End of the Year)
Join me in this year-long series on classroom management. Each month, we will look at tips and tricks for creating a better classroom management plan. This is the ninth in the series, with a focus on adjusting expectations for the end of the year.The end of the year is upon us, and it's time to get prepared. If you've been a teacher for at least one year, you know that the end of th
EPISODE 18: The Basics of a Reading Workshop Model in Middle School (Part 4 of a Reading Workshop Mini Series)
This is the fourth part of a mini-series on reading workshop in middle school.What are the basic components of a reading workshop model? We will discuss this in today's episode. Reading workshop in middle school is the way to go if you tweak it and make it more skills-based and purposeful. Although setting up your reading workshop can be a lot of work up front, once it i
ELA Curriculum Map for Middle School: Creating a Novel Study (Month 9)
If you are struggling with how to plan your year or just need some fresh ideas, then you are in the right place! Join me for a 10-month mini-series on creating an ELA curriculum map for your middle school classes. This month, we will focus on creating a novel study.
We will discuss:
Why novel studies are important
What type of novels work well
How to select your lessons
How to incorporat
EPISODE 17: Creating Reading Mini-Lessons for Middle School (Part 3 of a Reading Workshop Mini Series)
This is the third part of a mini-series on reading workshop in middle school.Having effective reading mini-lessons is a crucial component of reading workshop. Putting a reading workshop model of instruction into your middle school language arts class is a lot of work. However, once the main work of planning your units is done upfront, your reading instruction will be both beneficial
Classroom Management- Month 8 (Classroom Updates)
Join me in this year-long series on classroom management. Each month, we will look at tips and tricks for creating a better classroom management plan. This is the eighth in the series, with a focus on classroom updates. It's the middle of the year and the honeymoon is long over. The routine feels, well, routine. Kids are getting antsy, and your classroom is looking like it has
EPISODE 16: Starting Reading Workshop in Middle School (Part 2 of a Reading Workshop Mini Series)
This is the second part of a mini-series on reading workshop in middle school.Starting reading workshop in middle school can feel daunting. Maybe you are a first year teacher, or even are a veteran teacher, who has been told to teach with this model. You are in the right place! I am hopeful that through my experience, this podcast series will help guide and inspire you to
ELA Curriculum Map for Middle School: Social Issues Reading with Literacy Circles (Month 8)
If you are struggling with how to plan your year or just need some fresh ideas, then you are in the right place! Join me for a 10-month mini-series on creating an ELA curriculum map for your middle school classes. This month, we will focus on a social issues reading unit that incorporates literacy circles.We will discuss:
How to get prepared for a month-long unit on a social issues readi
EPISODE 15: Why You Should Consider Reading Workshop in Middle School (Part 1 of a Reading Workshop Mini Series)
This is the first part of a mini-series on reading workshop in middle school.You may be wondering if a reading workshop model of instruction in middle school is right for you. Maybe you are a first-year teacher, or even are a veteran teacher, who has been told to teach with this model. You are in the right place! I am hopeful that through my experience, this podcast series will
Classroom Management- Month 7 (Motivating Students)
Join me in this year-long series on classroom management. Each month, we will look at tips and tricks for creating a better classroom management plan. This is the seventh in the series, with a focus on motivating students.It’s the middle of the year and motivating students is tough. You are probably noticing that many are not turning in their best work and that their overall h
EPISODE 14: Lesson Plans for Language Arts: Planning Your Units (Part 6 of a Back to School Mini Series)
This is the fifth part of a mini-series on back to school.Get your lesson plans for language arts together for the year! You can plan out all of your units…I know, it sounds absolutely crazy and overwhelming. But I promise, if you carve out some time now, the future you is not only going to thank you, but future you will be madly, madly in love with present you. If you’v
ELA Curriculum Map for Middle School: Opinion Writing (Month 7)
If you are struggling with how to plan your year or just need some fresh ideas, then you are in the right place! Join me for a 10-month mini-series on creating an ELA curriculum map for your middle school classes. This month, we will focus on opinion writing. We will discuss:
Why kids need a solid unit on opinion writing
A step-by-step plan that includes pre-assessment, selecting topics,
EPISODE 13: Units of Study - Plan for Your First Language Arts Unit (Part 5 of a Back to School Mini Series)
This is the fifth part of a mini-series on back to school.Many of you are already preparing yourselves physically and mentally to get back to school. And the reality is, it is a reality, and if we do nothing to prepare, then we are going to end up very, very stressed. In this episode, we will discuss selecting the first of your units of study. We will discuss:
Having e
Classroom Management- Month 6 (Interventions for Struggling Students)
Join me in this year-long series on classroom management. Each month, we will look at tips and tricks for creating a better classroom management plan. This is the sixth in the series, with a focus on interventions for struggling students.You’ll experience many types of learners throughout your teaching career. Although some students seem to always need extra assistance, all students
EPISODE 12: Setting Classroom Expectations (Part 4 of a Back to School Mini Series)
This is the fourth part of a mini series on back to school.Many of you are already preparing yourselves physically and mentally to get back to school. And the reality is, it is a reality, and if we do nothing to prepare, then we are going to end up very, very stressed. In this episode, we will discuss 5 steps for setting classroom expectations. These are easy, actionable
ELA Curriculum Map for Middle School - Month 6 (Informational Text)
It's the middle of the school year and we are continuing with curriculum mapping! If you need some help or fresh ideas, then you are in the right place! Join me for a 10-month mini-series on creating a curriculum map for your middle school ELA classes. This month: Informational Text We will discuss:
How to get prepared for a month-long unit on informational text
A step-
EPISODE 11: Classroom Library Organization (Part 3 of a Back to School Mini Series)
This is the third part of a mini-series on back to school.Even though it’s still July, I know many of you are already preparing yourselves physically and mentally to get back to school. And the reality is, it is a reality, and if we do nothing to prepare, then we are going to end up very, very stressed. In this episode, we will discuss classroom library organization. I h
Classroom Management- Month 5 (Constant Tardiness and Absenteeism)
Join me in this year-long series on classroom management. Each month, we will look at tips and tricks for creating a better classroom management plan. This is the fifth in the series, with a focus on constant tardiness and absenteeism.You know how it is. You plan your lessons. You get to school early so that you are prepared for the day. You grade on the weekend to be sure you can g
EPISODE 10: Classroom Set Up Ideas for Your Language Arts Classroom (Part 2 of a Back to School Mini Series)
This is the second part of a mini-series on back to school.Even though it’s only the middle of July and schools by me just recently out, I know many of you, especially in the south, are already preparing yourselves physically and mentally to get back to school. The struggle is real! We are playing mental gymnastics here…we want to enjoy our summer, spend time with family, do a
ELA Curriculum Map for Middle School - Month 5 (Theme Essay)
The school year is under way and it's time for curriculum mapping! If you need some help or fresh ideas, then you are in the right place! Join me for a 10-month mini-series on creating a curriculum map for your middle school ELA classes. We will discuss:
How to get prepared for month 5
A step-by-step plan for your students to write a literary essay on theme
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EPISODE 9: Three Things to do Before Going Back to School (Part 1 of a Back to School Mini Series)
This is the first part of a mini-series on back to school.Even though it’s only the middle of July and schools by me just recently got out, I know many of you, especially in the south, are already preparing yourselves physically and mentally to get back to school. The struggle is real! We are playing mental gymnastics here…we want to enjoy our summer, spend time with family, d
Classroom Management- Month 4 (Parent-Teacher Communication)
Join me in this year-long series on classroom management. Each month, we will look at tips and tricks for creating a better classroom management plan. This is the fourth in the series, with a focus on parent-teacher communication.Parent-teacher communication is so much more than newsletters and report cards. Having good classroom management, is, believe it or not, dependent upon how
EPISODE 8: Last Writing Workshop Steps (Part 6 of a Writing Workshop Series)
This is the sixth and final part of a mini-series on teaching writing workshop.The last writing workshop steps are quite important. In this episode, we will talk about a sometimes neglected and rushed aspect of writing workshop, and that is what to do when kids have finished their piece. They are not done yet, and you will see why these last steps are crucial for moving your k
Curriculum Map for Middle School ELA - Month 4 (Historical Fiction)
The school year is under way and it's time for curriculum mapping! If you need some help or fresh ideas, then you are in the right place! Join me for a 10-month mini-series on creating a curriculum map for your middle school ELA classes. We will discuss:
How to get prepared for month 4
Everything you need for a successful historical fiction unit
Let's connect!
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EPISODE 7: Writing Workshop Components: Conferencing (Part 5 of a Writing Workshop Series)
This is the fifth part of a mini-series on teaching writing workshop.Teaching writing in middle school is a daunting task. You have to plan units, teach them, conference with kids, grade them...all while teaching to multiple levels. While some kids like writing, most do not. You can make positive changes by implementing a workshop model for writing in your middle school
Classroom Management- Month 3 (Class Participation)
Join me in this year-long series on classroom management. Each month, we will look at tips and tricks for creating a better classroom management plan. This is the third in the series, with a focus on class participation.
As a teacher of over thirty years, I’ve mentored many new teachers both officially and unofficially. By far, the biggest question and concern I’ve heard is getting
EPISODE 6: Writing Workshop Ideas: Running Writing Workshop (Part 4 of a Writing Workshop Series)
This is the fourth part of a mini-series on teaching writing workshop.Teaching writing in middle school is a daunting task. You have to plan units, teach them, conference with kids, grade them...all while teaching to multiple levels. While some kids like writing, many do not. You can make positive changes by implementing writing workshop ideas to help you with your writi
Curriculum Map for Middle School ELA - Month 3 (Independent Reading, Literary Essay)
The school year is under way and it's time for curriculum mapping! If you need some help or fresh ideas, then you are in the right place! Join me for a 10-month mini-series on creating a curriculum map for your middle school ELA classes. We will discuss:
Independent Reading
Planning and teaching a literary analysis essay
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EPISODE 5: Writing Lessons for Writing Workshop (Part 3 of a Writing Workshop Series)
This is the third part of a mini-series on teaching writing workshop.Teaching writing in middle school is a daunting task. You have to plan units, teach them, conference with kids, grade them...all while teaching to multiple levels. While some kids like writing, many do not. You can make positive changes by implementing a workshop model for writing in your middle school
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