As the leaves start to change and the air becomes crisp, fall is the perfect time to introduce Apple Themed Centers to your elementary students. These activities not only embrace
Writing Craftivities are where it’s at when it comes to motivating and differentiating writing instruction. We all know that keeping our students engaged and motivated is no easy feat. But
Are you tired of hearing the monotonous drone of “I don’t know what to write”? Do your students lack enthusiasm when it comes to sentence writing, and then you find
How often are you integrating science and writing within your lessons? If you’re anything like me, I set out with the best of intentions, but before long, the constant pressures
Teaching the four kinds of writing, also known as the four writing genres, can be a massive and daunting task when teaching elementary students. So if you’re looking for guidance
As the school year nears its end, it’s time to celebrate the achievements of our elementary students with interactive and fun end of year activities with STEAM. These hands-on experiences
The luck of the Irish may be just what your students need to get inspired about writing! With a few simple activities and supports, you can make St. Patrick’s Day
As an elementary school teacher, you know that every student needs to learn the basic skills of writing. After all, writing is an essential skill not just in school but
I’m a second-grade teacher who spent years trying to make writing “click” for my students.
What I discovered?
Writing success doesn’t come from more activities—it comes from having a clear system.
That’s why I created the START Writing System—to help teachers like you: