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Types of Verbs
Today we are studying Types of Verbs.
Indirect Questions and Intentional Fragments
Today we are studying Indirect Questions and Intentional Fragments.
Abbreviations and Acronyms
Today we are studying How to Teach Abbreviations and Acronyms.
How to Teach Writing Transitions
Well-intentioned teachers sometimes create more problems than they solve. Teachers often fail to teach developing writers how to use effective writing transitions within or between paragraphs…
Parts of Speech Song
Check out the Parts of Speech Song and memorize the key definitions of each part of speech. Examples follow each definition.
Spelling Assessment Questions and Answers
That said, as an author of numerous spelling programs and an often-used Diagnostic Spelling Assessment, I get two questions quite frequently: 1. Does a diagnostic spelling…
Common Core Spelling Standards
The Common Core State Standards (CCSS) in English Language Arts provide instructional challenges for all conscientious upper elementary and middle school teachers. In addition to the…
Teaching Your Child to Read Well
One of the true joys and responsibilities of parenthood is teaching your child to read. But wait... isn't that the teacher's job? Of course it is,…