Onomatopoeia is not only a fun word to say, it’s a type of figurative language that adds some pop and pizzaz to student writing. Words whose sounds suggest their meanings provide a jolt of literary excitement for readers and writers alike. There are so many fun onomatopoeia activities that will engage your students or your own children. Fun Onomatopoeia Activities…
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Alice in Wonderland. Tom Sawyer. Peter Pan. King Arthur. All of these characters come from some of the most popular selections in classical literature. I like start introducing my kids to classic literature when they are pretty young. However, I don’t start with the full, unabridged classic version. Oftentimes, I find that classics, in their original style, are too meaty for most…
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Ruby Bridges paved the way for African American children to attend white schools. Your students can learn more about her life with these free Ruby Bridges printables. Whether you’re studying Ruby Bridges for Black History Month or Women’s History Month, be sure to download at least one of the Ruby Bridges printables below. They will be easy to integrate into…
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Picture books are not just for the littlest learners. In fact, I love using picture books to teach writing in middle school. Using accessible texts for all levels of readers in upper elementary and middle grades helps students learn about writing with low risk, fun books! Using Picture Books to Teach Writing Here are a few books I love to…
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Ruby Bridges made history when she became the first African-American student to attend an all-white school in New Orleans. Introduce her to your kids with these picture books about Ruby Bridges. Are you studying the Civil Rights movement in your history class? Are you celebrating Black History Month or Women’s History Month? If so, be sure to add a book…
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