Words of Wisdom and Practical Tools
Shared by teachers in classrooms like yours across the state. Learn from colleagues who have been in your shoes, as they share specific skills and strategies to improve engagement and learning in the classroom.
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Reading Like an Actor
Discover an exciting reading strategy with Judy Garey an author and theater professor from Ventura College Inspired by acting techniques this approach delves into character evidence and biographies bringing literature
The Writing Roadmap
Explore 8220 The Writing Roadmap 8221 with Margit Boyesen a second grade teacher from Cardiff Elementary in Cardiff California This powerful tool guides students through the writing process from drafts
Think-Pair-Share
Unleash the potential of 8220 Think Pair Share 8221 with Jan Ferrer a seasoned teacher and consultant This dynamic routine amps up class discussions promoting active engagement collaboration and critical
Chunking a Text: Supports for Accessing Grade Level Texts
Join Carisa Barnes a seasoned Literacy Instructional Coach to unlock the secret to conquering challenging texts with her strategy 8220 Chunking a Text 8221 Perfect for teachers in grades six
Fun Visual Math Puzzles
Join Cassandra Hayes a math teacher in Fortuna Elementary School District Fortuna California and a teacher consultant for the Redwood Writing Project as she introduces an exciting math lesson to
Four Corners
Discover the 8220 Four Corners 8221 activity with teacher leader Jennifer Schafran This versatile classroom technique encourages active engagement and builds trust and community It can be a quick five