• 4 Steps to Successfully Teach Compare and Contrast

    Are you looking for a fun, engaging way to teach your students to compare and contrast? Teaching how to compare and contrast in 2nd grade can be one of the most challenging, yet powerful topics in any classroom. Understanding how items are similar and different is essential for student success. Fortunately, there are plenty of […]

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  • Long O Simple Phonics Rules for Teaching OA, OE, and OE

    Do your students struggle with distinguishing “long O” words like OA, OE, and OW? It can be tricky to differentiate these sounds—who knew there were so many ways for the letter ‘O’ to be spelled?! But don’t worry teachers: you’ve got this. With a few helpful tricks and tips on teaching long O in mind, […]

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  • The Best Strategies for Effective Classroom Management

    Are you looking for ways to manage your classroom and create an environment that’s safe and conducive to learning? Good classroom management not only helps minimize disruptions but also promotes a positive learning atmosphere. Luckily, there are several approaches that have been successful in encouraging students’ academic development. In this blog post, we’ll look at […]

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  • The Double Consonant Rule: How I Teach Bonus Letters

    Mastering phonics skills can feel overwhelming. There are so many rules (and rulebreakers!). But, the science of reading research proves that explicitly teaching phonics in a sequential manner is most effective. Break down the rules for applying the double final consonants rule into the simplest terms using these helpful tips! What are double final consonants? […]

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  • Simple Strategies for Teaching Informational Writing to Young Writers

    Informational writing can be fun and exciting for young learners! With these simple strategies, your students will become experts at informational writing! How to teach informational writing My first suggestion is to walk through the informational writing process together as a class first. Research the same topic, guide students in gathering important information, and take […]

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  • Maintain a Clean Classroom (with Student Help!)

    It can feel challenging to maintain a clean classroom. But, a tidy environment is essential for both the teacher and the students. It’s important to have a space that is conducive to learning, and it’s also important to be respectful of the people who will be spending time there. Fortunately, keeping your classroom clean doesn’t […]

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