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By MARISSA DESPINS Updated Oct 31, 2023 I am just going to come right out and declare how much I love teaching about Ancient Civilizations. I think it is incredibly important to…
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated March 21, 2024 Getting ready to plan your next Ancient Greece Unit? I have you covered! Ancient Civilizations are definitely my jam, as I have spent close to…
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated Nov 20, 2023 Outsiders Novel Study Activities Those of you who have been following along for a while know how passionate I am about novel studies. The Outsiders…
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated Dec 14, 2023 Holes Novel Study Activities Louis Sachar’s Holes is one of my very favorite upper elementary novels to teach. Strong character development, a fast-paced plot, and…
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated Feb 21, 2024 If had to choose, I would award Gary Paulsen’s Hatchet the prize for the best book to hook reluctant readers. It is a story of…
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated Nov 18, 2023 Using reading comprehension strategies in upper elementary and middle school When it comes to ELA instruction, teaching students to apply reading comprehension strategies is crucially…