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By MARISSA DESPINS Updated April 05, 2024 As Language Arts teachers, we all know how important it is for students to have easy access to a well stocked classroom library. Sadly, far…
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated March 9, 2024 It is easy to get stuck in a rut of teaching the same short stories year after year. However, I think it is important to…
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated April 05, 2024 St. Patrick’s Day is closely approaching, and with it plenty of fun learning opportunities to build upon the engagement that the holiday naturally brings. I…
If you have been following along with the blog for a while, you know how much I love a good read aloud. Holidays are a great time to introduce some…
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated April 05, 2024 When teaching Elementary school, mini books were some of my very favorite activities to pull out for my learners. There are so many benefits to…
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated December 18, 2024 I firmly advocate for a diversified curriculum that amplifies authors representing diverse gender, racial, and cultural backgrounds. It is so important to incorporate a wide…