Third grade students at Lynn Camp Elementary explored poetry by writing creative comparison poems. After learning about the history and future of space exploration, students incorporated their learning with literacy instruction. Students focused on using descriptive language, vivid imagery, and strong comparisons to paint a picture in the reader’s mind. They worked hard to choose…
This week, eighth grade students took an exciting step in their learning journey by using instructional strategies created with Diffit for the first time. As I introduced the lesson adapted through Diffit, students worked with materials tailored to their reading levels and learning needs, making complex content more accessible and engaging. From modified texts to…
Our ELA class has been enjoying an informational story about the Why is the Statue of Liberty Green. As we read, students worked hard to notice how text features help readers understand nonfiction texts. We explored headings to learn what each section would be about, looked closely at illustrations and photographs to picture important details,…
This week in our third grade classroom, students spent time learning about the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Through stories, discussions, and hands-on activities, students discovered why Dr. King is an important leader in American history and why we honor him with a national holiday.We began by reading age-appropriate books and…
The Declaration of Independence is one of the most important historical documents that Americans can examine and learn about. Fifth grade students at Northern Elementary worked in small groups to interpret and paraphrase each key passage of the Declaration of Independence. Students used a thesaurus to help them understand any difficult vocabulary words and phrases….
In Mrs. Russell’s Resource ELA classes at Bell County High School, students recently took a joyful step back in time while reading several nonfiction articles about Christmas traditions from years ago. They explored how families once celebrated the season through homemade decorations, simple gifts, and classic holiday foods. While each tradition sparked curiosity, one stood…
Students worked for weeks on different content related projects. We displayed this work in the hallways and parents came to view their students work. Students were able to teach their parents about the different content related projects they made. Brittni Wilson Corbin Primary School Corbin Independent 3rd ELA
Our school hosted our first annual Student-led Academic Showcase. Parents and families were invited in, and students showed them, taught them, and LED presentations about what they had been learning. Parents and families were in AWE as students showcased their work, gleaming with pride. It was truly one of the best parent and family nights…
This semester, our school celebrated history, heroes, and family fun all in one! Students explored the tall tales of Paul Bunyan, the giant lumberjack, learning about his amazing adventures and his loyal companion, Babe the Blue Ox. From creating lakes to chopping down forests, students enjoyed discovering how stories from long ago can teach us…
In my classroom, I use Flocabulary as a powerful tool to support and enhance social studies instruction. Flocabulary is an interactive learning program that uses music, rhythm, and engaging visuals to help students understand key social studies concepts and academic vocabulary. One of the greatest strengths of Flocabulary is its ability to make complex topics…