Engaging ela activities

This post explains how teachers can use an academic version of the highly engaging Spoons game to review concepts. Free games included!

As teachers we know that vocabulary is pivotal in students’ success. When I was growing up, our vocabulary activities consisted of looking up definitions in the dictionary and copying them down on notebook paper. Do you think I truly understood those vocabulary words? Not. One. Bit. In order to truly understand vocabulary words and what […]

Snowball fights aren't just for brain breaks (or winter)! Try this compare/contrast activity and see for yourself the invaluable learning and assessing power of snowball fights in your classroom!

Mix up your ELA instruction with these engaging ideas and lessons | Speed dating, lit circles, visual notes, mock trials, silent discussions, and more engaging activities

Are you looking for a stress-free first week of ELA activities for high school classroom? Look no further! Keep reading for ideas, tips, and lesson plans for the first week (and beyond)! #backtoschoolactivities #elateacher #highschoolela

Keep your 5th graders engaged and challenged with these 15 easy-to-use math and ELA activities for early finishers. From interactive math games to creative writing prompts, your students will love these stimulating challenges that reinforce key skills. Whether you're looking to fill extra time or want to offer enrichment opportunities, these activities are perfect for your classroom. Pin now to try these engaging ideas for yourself and give your students the extra boost they need to succeed!

Wondering how to engage students in meaningful learning? This ultimate list of active learning strategies is a great reference to use while lesson planning.

These engaging strategies to incorporate movement in the classroom are perfect for the fidgety students & kinesthetic learners in your class!

Movement in the classroom is beneficial for many reasons. First and foremost, getting up to move in the classroom might help anxious students relieve stress.

It's time to go back to school! With the back-to-school season upon us, it is time to start planning back-to-school activities for the first week of school.