Did you know that as literate adults we have between 30,000 and 70,000 words we can read automatically, accurately, and effortlessly? These words are considered “sight words” because we instantly recognize them by sight. While reading these words feels effortless to us as adults, as teachers we know that sight word instruction and practice is so important for young readers! For one, it allows them to free up cognitive resources ... read more
5 Best Apps for Teaching Sight Words
One of the best and most important jobs we have as teachers to young learners is teaching them how to read. While there are many skills and strategies we use to do so, one that gets a lot of time and attention is word recognition. Although not a substitute for the ability to decode (also important!), the ability to recognize some words automatically, or on sight, contributes to reading effortlessly and with understanding. Words ... read more
5 Online Games for Sight Word Practice
Teaching students to read is one of the most important (and best!) responsibilities we have as teachers. While there are many skills and strategies we use to do so, one that gets a lot of time and attention is word recognition. Although not a substitute for the ability to decode (also important!), the ability to recognize some words automatically, or on sight, contributes to reading effortlessly and with understanding. Words that ... read more
Sight Word Activities For Fine Motor Development
As adults we likely don’t think twice about doing things like brushing our teeth, zipping a jacket, holding utensils or gripping a pencil, but surely in your classroom you have students who struggle with such tasks. That’s because these are all things that require well-developed fine motor skills. Fine motor skills are those that involve a refined use of the small muscles that control the hand, fingers, thumb and wrist, and ... read more
New Year’s Activities for Elementary Students
It’s hard to believe we are approaching the year 2020! A new decade- WOW! While September usually feels like the “New Year” for teachers, January is a great time to check-in, reflect and set new goals and resolutions. And while we may ring in the New Year when school is out of session, I have found celebrating it with my students in January is a really nice way to welcome back students after the holiday break! In hopes of ... read more
Gingerbread Man Activities to make Learning Fun!
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” Or so they say! 😲 Are you a lover of the holidays or does it stress you out to think about them? I love all the traditions, excitement and anticipation, but all the extra activities and festivities can wear anyone down. In hopes of taking a little off your plate this holiday season, I’m sharing a series of holiday round-up posts where I gather engaging videos, ... read more
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