I used to spend hours giving thoughtful, detailed feedback on my students’ rough drafts—only to have them turn in final drafts that looked...

I always love the beginning of school for all the possibilities: getting to know my new students and planning how to best meet their needs, ...

I used to spend HOURS writing detailed helpful suggestions on my students' rough drafts, yet when they’d go to write their final drafts,...

Looking to treat yourself to a classroom tool this holiday season? (I know. . . probably not what you were thinking about. . .) Or are class...

November . . .  the time of year when students are starting to get antsy for Winter Break, yet it's still not close enough. Teachers ar...

Although I don't sew much, other than the occasional hemming of pants or jeans (yes, my legs are short) or sewing badges onto my daughte...

Anyone else tired of reading acrostic poetry? It seems as if it is the only "poem" format that my students know and resort to agai...

Next up in our bookmaking series! I love bringing in my electric drill and watching my students' eyes light up! LOL Don't let the...

Here's an oldie but a goodie: the pop-up book. Kids (and adults) never get tired of making these because there are so many options for ...