Hatchet Novel Study Activities
Hatchet by Gary Paulsen is one of my very favorite novels to teach. I sometimes struggle with engaging my struggling middle school boys, and the male protagonist and survival theme really…
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Blog · Elementary · English
Interactive Read Alouds: Planning Tips
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated March 15, 2024 Planning Interactive Read Alouds Hello! I am back to talk to you all about planning your next Interactive Read Aloud! In my previous posts, I…
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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…
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Reading Comprehension Mini Lesson
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated April 10, 2024 If there is one thing I love, it is a good mini lesson – something quick and easy to set up, and something that packs…