Writing is a messy process. Rarely do writers pick up their pen or open a fresh Google Doc and write everything start to …
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What Are Authentic Assessments?
What Are Authentic Assessments? Is it authentic to have a student deliver a persuasive speech about climate change to an …
The Art of Storytelling: Techniques for Writing Engaging Narratives
Neuroscience shows us that our brains are naturally designed for writing narratives. We can see narratives being told as …
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Writing Topics for Student Writer’s Block
When presenting students with writing topics or writing prompts in the classroom, I hear students remark, “I’ve got …
The Art of Argumentation: How to Write a Convincing Argumentative Essay
Arguably, everything we ask students to do in the classroom–even beyond argumentative essay and persuasive …
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5 Strategies for Improving Reading Comprehension Skills
When I Netflix and relax, I’m not thinking about reading with comprehension, but I always turn the captions on, reading …
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The Importance of Active Reading and How to Do It
Not all reading is created equally. There is a significant difference between passive and active reading, and when our …
Teaching Effective Presentation Skills in English Language Arts Classrooms
Presentation skills are a worry for most people. And, let's face it...public speaking is a part of life (even if it's …
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Understanding Poetic Devices: Personification, Alliteration, and More
Poetic devices are a way of helping readers understand and interpret poems.By using poetic devices, writers are …
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20 Must-Read Classic Novels for High School Students
I think one of the interesting things about canonized literature is the way public opinion about classic novels changes …
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10 Reasons to Try Round Table Discussions
Round table discussions can be a powerful tool for teachers and students alike. They allow all participants to share …
101 Writing Prompts for all Levels of ELA
Here are 101 writing prompts for all levels of ELA. You can use these writing prompts when your students’ writing starts …