Classroom, Curriculum, Elementary, Resources

The Ultimate Guide to Implementing the Zones of Regulation in Your Classroom

Do you dream of a classroom where students not only excel academically but also possess the emotional intelligence to navigate their feelings and behaviours with confidence? If so, the Zones of Regulation framework is the game-changer you’ve been looking for. I started using the Zones of Regulation with a special education class I had over… Continue reading The Ultimate Guide to Implementing the Zones of Regulation in Your Classroom

Classroom, Curriculum, High School, school

Engaging High School Students with Theme

Let's be honest: teaching theme can sometimes feel like trying to nail jelly to a wall. You carefully explain this abstract literary concept, provide clear examples, and then ask students to identify the theme of a text. What do you get? Blank stares. One-word answers like "love" or "friendship." Or worse, a plot summary disguised… Continue reading Engaging High School Students with Theme

assessment, Classroom, Curriculum, Junior High, school

Teaching Theme to Junior High Students: A Complete Guide to Revolutionise Your Classroom

Teaching theme to your junior high students does not have to result in blank stares and lacklustre responses. With the right strategies and creative approaches, you can transform theme lessons into engaging, meaningful learning experiences that resonate with young learners long after they leave your classroom. Understanding theme is one of the most important literary… Continue reading Teaching Theme to Junior High Students: A Complete Guide to Revolutionise Your Classroom

Curriculum, school

How to Make Teaching Division Fun

Division is a complex mathematical operation that requires a solid understanding of numbers and their relationships. Many students struggle with division because of its abstract nature, and it can be difficult for teachers to find effective ways to present the concept in a way that is easy to understand and engaging for students. Division is… Continue reading How to Make Teaching Division Fun

Curriculum, Elementary, Resources

Engage and Educate: Teaching Grammar to Elementary Students

Do you want to make grammar lessons more engaging and effective for elementary students? Prepare to discover the power of interactive teaching methods in this post.  Teaching grammar to elementary students can be a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. I've talked before about teaching grammar to junior high students as well as… Continue reading Engage and Educate: Teaching Grammar to Elementary Students

Curriculum, Junior High, school

Fun and Effective Strategies to Teach Grammar to Junior High Students

Are you struggling to make grammar lessons engaging for your junior high students? Look no further! If you’re a teacher looking to help your junior high students master the basics of grammar, you’re in luck.  Teaching grammar to junior high students doesn’t have to be a daunting task. With a few simple strategies, you can… Continue reading Fun and Effective Strategies to Teach Grammar to Junior High Students

Curriculum, High School

Unconventional Ways to Teach Grammar in High School

Are you tired of the same old grammar lessons that seem to put your high school students to sleep? It's time to shake things up and make learning grammar fun and engaging. If you are a teacher looking to teach grammar to high school students, you may be wondering where to start. After all, grammar… Continue reading Unconventional Ways to Teach Grammar in High School

Curriculum, Elementary, school

Improve Your Word Work Lessons with These Tips

Do you find yourself stuck in a rut with your word work lessons, desperately seeking ways to inject some life into your vocabulary instruction? Look no further! In this post, we will explore game-changing tips to revolutionise your teaching approach and keep your students engaged and eager to learn.  From interactive word games to personalised… Continue reading Improve Your Word Work Lessons with These Tips

Curriculum, Elementary, High School, Junior High, school

Breaking the Silence: Educating Students on Residential Schools

In today's diverse and ever-changing world, it is crucial for educators to address the dark history of residential schools in order to create a more inclusive and empathetic learning environment for students. By understanding the impact of these institutions on Indigenous communities, students can gain a deeper appreciation for the struggles faced by marginalised groups… Continue reading Breaking the Silence: Educating Students on Residential Schools

Classroom, Curriculum, Elementary, High School, Junior High, school

Entertaining and Engaging Techniques for Teaching Reading Comprehension

It can be difficult as teachers to keep reading comprehension exciting and our students engaged. It can often feel as though our students are losing interest in reading comprehension, even those who are strong readers. If you are searching for ways to make this essential skill more captivating and enjoyable, you've come to the right… Continue reading Entertaining and Engaging Techniques for Teaching Reading Comprehension