This is an excellent article from an expert that explains why students no longer find interest in reading outside of school and how to regain that interest.
Teacher Donalyn Miller earned the nickname The Book Whisperer" because of her almost mystical success getting kids to read -- a lot. Allowing children to choose books, and providing reading role models and time to read are among her strategies. Included: Reading tips and resources from The Book Whisperer."
Great book I just finished reading in a group read for paraprofessionals in the kindergarten age group level. But this book was really more appropriate for 4th, 5th and 6th grade levels or older. Just an inspiring book to read and more!
Teacher Donalyn Miller earned the nickname The Book Whisperer" because of her almost mystical success getting kids to read -- a lot. Allowing children to choose books, and providing reading role models and time to read are among her strategies. Included: Reading tips and resources from The Book Whisperer."
House Republicans have just passed a bill through the House Ways and Means committee that, should it be approved by the full House, will make the nation's teachers eligible for a tax credit of up to $250 for purchasing their own supplies.
Education World has links to news stories for teachers to share and discuss with students. News stories are based on their timelines and interest to students. I feel this would be a great website to implement in the classroom and use to teach students how to five the five w's (who, what, where, when, why) when reading a news article.
This is a great website to use for teaching students about Lewis and Clark and engaging them in lesson plans and activities related to Lewis and Clark and their Journey West. Another website teachers can use for lesson plans and activities for teaching about Lewis and Clark is: http://www.pbs.org/lewisandclark/class/idx_les.html
Classroom managment is procedures, strategies, and instructional techniques teachers use to manage student behavior and learning activities. Effective classroom managment is conducive to teaching and learning.