Interactive Read Aloud Benefits
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated April 09, 2024 Today we are talking all about Interactive Read Aloud benefits. I have so much to share about this engaging reading strategy, as they are one…
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Ways to extend learning in the mud kitchen
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated April 10, 2024 Today is my third post in my series on Mud Kitchens. In my last posts I talked about what Mud Kitchens are, and why they…
What are Interactive Read Alouds?
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated April 10, 2024 We’re launching an exciting brand-new series centered around Interactive Read Alouds, and this post marks its debut. Our main focus today is to delve into…
Free Resources to encourage Growth Mindset in Your Classroom
Unless you have been hiding away in a hole in the ground, I am sure you have heard the concept of Growth Mindset pop up recently. It seems to be…
Outdoor Learning – Mud Kitchen Recipe Writing
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated April 10, 2024 Welcome back to the second installment in my Outdoor Learning series! In these posts, we will be exploring Outdoor Learning opportunities, and ways to uncover…
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Blog Book Study: Reading in the Wild by Donalyn Miller
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated April 10, 2024 Welcome to my first ever Blog Book Study! I just finished reading Donalyn Miller’s Reading in the Wild and I can’t wait to share my thoughts! (This…