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School Jingles
Twas the Night before Christmas The most famous Christmas poem, was originally titled "A Visit." It was published anonymously on December 23, 1823. Not until 1837…
School Songs
Interested in developing your school’s brand, establishing traditions, and building school spirit with original, customized music? As a professional songwriter and musician, I write and record three type…
Distance Learning for Parents | Virtual Learning Advice
I know you didn't sign up for this. It's tough teaching at home; it's especially tough teaching your own kids at home. You don't have the…
Roman Numerals Lesson
Students need to be able to understand, read, and write Roman numerals. Get this free lesson and a link to a Roman numeral generator.
Grammar in the Writing Context
For years teachers have heard that grammar must be taught in the writing context. Or replace grammar with writing skills, vocabulary, spelling, or even reading. I would argue that reinforced or practiced or applied might be…
2018 Top 10 Quotes
Teachers... How well do you and your students know American culture? Current events? It's quiz time! For the last 13 years, Yale Law School librarian Shapiro adds…
Squinting Modifiers
Many ELA teachers have never heard of squinting modifiers. Teaching your students to identify the differences among modifiers will equip your students with specific revision strategies…
Dangling Modifiers
Dangling modifiers are provide challenges for developing writers. Following is a great lesson on how to identify and fix dangling modifiers.