A Sound Wall in Your Classroom
Hey there, fellow educators! Today, I want to chat with you about something that can be a game-changer in your classroom – the magical world of sound walls. If you’re…
Science of Reading Small Group Assessments
So, you are about to start small groups! Yay! How incredible of you! This blog post will walk you through sorting students into groups and point you in the right…
Unveiling the Power of Explicit, Systematic Phonics Instruction: A Journey with the Science of Reading
Hey there, fellow educators! Today, let’s dive deep into the fascinating world of explicit, systematic phonics instruction, and explore how it beautifully aligns with the Science of Reading. So, grab…
10 Must-Have Gems for a Science of Reading Classroom
Hey there, fellow educators! Are you ready to transform your classroom into a Science of Reading wonderland? Today, let’s dive into ten must-have treasures such as a writing center for…
Science of Reading Multisensory Phonics Instruction
No one loves a good peruse through the Dollar Tree (should be named the Dollar Twenty-Five Tree now) or the Bull’s Eye bins more than an elementary school teacher. Am…
Jump Start Your Math Lessons with Counting Collections: A Guide for Kindergarten and First-Grade Teachers
Counting is a fundamental skill that lays the foundation for mathematical understanding. Counting practice is so much fun and is one of the first math skills many children learn. I…
Making sure the classroom environment is Science of Reading Friendly
There is so much to consider when planning for an upcoming school year. One of my biggest summer projects each year is organizing and decorating my classroom. Whether is a…
Making Phonics Fun in the Classroom or At Home
Phonics plays a crucial role in developing strong reading skills in children. By teaching them the relationship between sounds and letters, phonics enables young learners to decode words and unlock…
5 Effective Strategies to Prevent the Summer Slide
As the school year comes to an end and the temperature rises, the summer season brings about the dreaded “summer slide” for many maybe even most students. This phenomenon refers…
Decodables for Back to School
Hey teacher friend, ever walk into well…. pretty much any store in July and cringe when you see the big Back to School display glaring right at you? I am…
