Ideas and resources to help you teach with BLISS!
These socially distanced writing centers allow students to engage in meaningful literacy center work while maintaining safety & distance. Make sure to download a free socially distant writing center in the post! I don’t know about you, but my initial reaction to the idea of having to keep elementary students socially distanced in the classroom was simply, “That’s impossible!”. So… Read More
Explicit and systematic instruction is key for phonics instruction however, once we teach phonetic skills students must have multiple opportunities for review. I’ve shared meaningful practice ideas that make learning phonetic skills fun! Make sure to download the free word building activities! We know phonics instruction is an integral part of literacy instruction, but it can be overwhelming to know… Read More
In this post, we examine a why a strong phonics scope and sequence for Kindergarten – 2nd grade students is so important, discuss common problems with phonics instruction, and share printable and digital phonics activities for K-2 students. Be sure to download the FREE phonics scope and sequence for K-2 students! Too often it is assumed that learning to read… Read More
Get students excited about reading at home with an adopt a pet reading buddy. Classroom reading pets build students’ responsibility and enthusiasm for reading! As teachers we know the importance of reading cannot be underestimated. We not only teach students how to read but also try to cultivate a love of reading. We know that reading for pleasure can improve… Read More
Here’s a list of 11 free reading websites for kids! Download a free list of online reading sites to help your students practice reading at school or home! I don’t know a teacher who doesn’t LOVE books! In this time of school closures and distance learning, it is hard not having access to our leveled libraries, mentor texts, and all… Read More
Free sentence building activities! This DIFFERENTIATED writing center will help students practice writing conventions and build reading fluency skills. As teachers we know that in any classroom you’ll find a wide range of abilities among students. While we can probably all agree that differentiating instruction is important, meeting the needs of all your students can often feel like a daunting… Read More
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