For me, "Fish in a Tree" is an amazing choice for a mentor text when we do our narrative unit because we want our students to "read like writers" and "write like readers" so we really intertwine our reading and writing work. We study narratives that we read and then take what we notice and apply those skills to our own narratives. That being said, I truly feel our read alouds should NOT be ... Read the Post
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More Than a Graphic Organizer! Written responses to reading
As you know, the purpose of a graphic organizer is to help students (or adults!) make sense of information and organize it into a visible, usable fashion. Sometimes using an organizer is all we need from students—a way for them to represent the information we are asking for. Sometimes, however, we want students to organize information for other reasons…like to do a piece of writing. I wanted a way ... Read the Post
Math Workshop–or Not? 5 Ways to Keep Students Learning in Math
Well, here we are...our final day of the summer math challenge! I hope you have enjoyed the series and have made some plans to try some new things this year! Is "math workshop" a buzzword in yoru school? Read on and see my thoughts on the topic! Today's final challenge involves asking you to do some reflecting on how you actually organize your math instruction. I am constantly getting ... Read the Post
Providing Quality Math Problem Solving Experiences
A few challenges ago, I talked pretty extensively about problem solving as it related to word problems with tips and suggestions and food for thought. Today I want to talk about problem solving "experiences" that are NOT word problems so that we can adjust our thinking and plan for meaningful math instruction. So here we go...some ideas to get you thinking about problem solving! Presenting ... Read the Post
Planning for Meaningful Math Assessment
"Planning for math assessment" is a phrase that we might not use that often. PLANNING for instruction? Isn't it just something we DO? I think a proactive approach to assessment leads to better instruction, less stress, and more efficient use of our time. I want to bring up some different topics related to math assessment as food for thought. Math Content Assessment We all know that we need ... Read the Post
Organizing Your Classroom: Designing Spaces to Maximize Student Learning
Today I want to talk to you about mindful classroom design and organizing your classroom--organization that leads to efficient teaching and learning. We often get so caught up in planning lessons and activities that we forget that the space we teach those lessons in can really impact our teaching--and student learning! Every classroom is so different--it's hard to give clear direction on this ... Read the Post
Word Problems, Problem-Solving, and Tips to Make it Happen!
Here we go! On to challenge 3. If you are just joining us, I have linked to all the other posts related to this summer math challenge at the bottom so check them all out1 Today's challenge is all about reflecting on problem-solving--how we teach it AND how we make it accessible to students. I am hoping something in this post resonates with you--and if it does, please consider dropping into ... Read the Post
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