One thing I know for sure is that the to-do list of an English teacher doesn’t need to be any longer. Consequently, if you are looking for ways to stay up-to-date with the latest teaching strategies without adding extra work, then meet your new PD multitasking BFF– English teacher podcasts. This handy form of media can be a game-changer for professional development and classroom innovation. So, ... Read More about English Teacher Podcasts for the ELA Classroom
Dark Academia High School English Classroom Decor
There's something truly magical about setting up a classroom for the new school year! A clean and welcoming space fills us with optimism for what's to come. I love this feeling so much that I volunteer to set up a local classroom every July. Last year I did a Light Academia theme, so this year, I chose a Dark Academia theme for this high school English classroom. After decorating this ... Read More about Dark Academia High School English Classroom Decor
5 Activity Ideas for Teaching Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God
As someone who grew up in a fire and brimstone church, I found that teaching "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God" by Jonathan Edwards hit a little too close to home. Even without the vivid imagery and detailed descriptions, I can picture exactly what it would be like to sit in a pew and hear this historical Puritan sermon. I can also now appreciate just how much there is to learn from different ... Read More about 5 Activity Ideas for Teaching Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God
How to Make Classroom Decor Bundles in Canva
Have you ever walked into a classroom and felt instantly inspired by the environment? That’s the magic of great classroom decor! A visually appealing classroom makes school a pleasant place to learn and creates a welcoming space that fosters engagement and creativity. So, let’s dive into how you can transform your classroom into a calm and cohesive learning space by making your classroom decor ... Read More about How to Make Classroom Decor Bundles in Canva
Poetry Analysis How To Activities and Acronym
Teaching poetry analysis is not an easy task. If you are like me, you’ve sneakily Googled things like “poetry analysis of The Road Not Taken” minutes before class just to make sure you have the “right” answer. Then, moments later, you ~may or may not~ have assured your middle or high school students that there are no right or wrong answers in poetry, only interpretations. Ha! So, how can we teach ... Read More about Poetry Analysis How To Activities and Acronym
After Testing Activities for Middle and High School
Testing week can be stressful for students, teachers, and pretty much the entire school. Though you have prepared all year long, tensions are high and patience is low as teachers struggle to keep students quiet after the test so that they don’t disrupt test takers throughout the school. Then there’s the question of what to do after testing week is over to keep students engaged for the rest of the ... Read More about After Testing Activities for Middle and High School
