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Rainbow Writing

October 26, 2010 Teachnet Staff 1

Rather than having kids write their words 3-5 times each every week (boring!), allow them to pick 3-5 colors and “rainbow write” their words.

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Sequencing

October 26, 2010 Teachnet Staff 0

Recognizing the order of events not only helps in reading comprehension with stories or historical events, but also provides a foundation for breaking large tasks into manageable pieces that must go together in proper order. This exercise pairs students who will do the preparation work for you.

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A Good Day

October 26, 2010 Teachnet Staff 0

Using “Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day” to inspire students to write.

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3-D Bulletin Board

October 26, 2010 Teachnet Staff 0

Have students bring in sample items that they read outside of school, then make a 3D bulletin board. Start by letting the class brainstorm examples, then bring in items from home. Use things like cereal boxes, menus, comic books or other three-dimensional objects. The world isn’t flat, and your bulletin boards don’t have to be either!

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Current Events Christmas

October 26, 2010 Teachnet Staff 0

Have your class do their own “Twelve Days of Christmas” by reading about another part of the world in the newspaper or magazines, and brainstorming Christmas gifts they would like to give to those people.

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Paperback Exchange

October 26, 2010 Teachnet Staff 0

Every student has at least a few paperback books at home that they have read and then set aside to collect dust. Bring new life to these books by having a Paperback Exchange.

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Literature List for Grades 4-8

October 26, 2010 Teachnet Staff 0

When a member on T2T posted a message that she had a childrens literature list geared for fourth through eighth grade, she was overwhelmed with requests for copies! Here is the entire list for all to use.