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This year at Brave 2026, I spoke on the importance of reading Whole Books in a Fragmented World. A popular request during my workshop, and even before then, was a list of recommended Medieval reading. As always- be judicial and use your noodle. Old literature does not mean it will be age appropriate for your… Continue reading Exploring Medieval Literature: Must-Read Titles
Did that title get your attention? Many of you immediately are thinking, "If your high school student can't read, there are bigger problems." I completely agree with you! By high school, students are usually quite proficient at reading words. As their teacher, I want them to read what the author wrote. I want them to… Continue reading Teach Your High Schooler How to Read
Everyone knows I like a good plan, and we love a good rhythm with our learning. We’ve walked through the alphabet, one letter per day, A through Z (if you missed the deets, check out The ABC Update). Each letter has its day to shine, and by the time we reach Z, we’ve built an entire… Continue reading A Pause with Purpose: Spiral Review Week
Learning to read is one of the most significant milestones in a child’s education, and every student’s path to literacy is unique. While some children quickly pick up phonics and word recognition through traditional methods like reading aloud or using flashcards, others may struggle to engage with the process, requiring more dynamic and interactive approaches.… Continue reading Get the Wiggles Out- Kinesthetic Learning for Elementary Students
For years I have had students come through (public, private, and homeschool), having been taught how to spell, and having gone through tons of writing training. Neither of these things in and of themselves are bad! Students should generally know how to spell without spell check, and should know how to structure an essay and… Continue reading Enhancing Student Essays Through Literary Analysis
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