What is a novel study?
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated Sept 19, 2023 What is a novel study? As a middle school or upper elementary teacher, you already know that teaching students to read is so much more…
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Effective Organization Tips for Teachers
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated Oct 8, 2023 Organization tips for teachers in upper elementary and middle school As educators, we often find ourselves surrounded by paperwork, supplies, and classroom materials that can…
10 Ways to get to know your students
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated Oct 9, 2023 Ways to get to know your students It is the that time of year again! Time to start thinking of back to school, and all…
Summer Books for Teachers
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated Oct 10, 2023 Are you looking to up your teaching game or longing to recharge your batteries after a demanding academic year? Books can provide a welcome escape…
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4 reasons to teach a Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Novel Study
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated Sept 21, 2023 Charlie and the chocolate factory novel study activities If you’re looking for a story that will capture the hearts and imaginations of your students, look…
5 Must Read books For Launching Writer’s Workshop
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated Sept 30, 2023 Getting ready to launch Writer’s Workshop in your elementary classroom? In this post I share some of my very favorite professional development books for additional…