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Four Ways To Support Grieving Students Through Writing

Agency is a critical tenet of trauma-informed teaching as the situations that cause trauma can leave young people without control. The post Four Ways To Support Grieving Students Through Writing...

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40 Of The Most Commonly Misspelled Words

What are some of the most commonly misspelled words? Harass, tomorrow, accommodate, and Kaleidoscope. And Rhythm, too. The post 40 Of The Most Commonly Misspelled Words appeared first on TeachThought.

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Is French Common in Dubai?

From education to commerce, the French language, in its niche, contributes to the rich linguistic and cultural tapestry of Dubai. The post Is French Common in Dubai? appeared first on TeachThought.

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The Benefits Of Using LEGOs To Promote Literacy

by TeachThought Staff In the classroom, promoting literacy is a practice that extends far beyond the mere ability to read and write. Literacy is part of broad spectrum of competencies, including...

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Getting Started Using Talking Circles In The Classroom

What Are Talking Circles? Talking Circles are a traditional discussion and decision-making format originating in First Nations cultures. In this format, individuals sit in a circle, signifying...

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50 Of The Best Quotes About Reading

50 Of The Best Quotes About Reading by TeachThought Staff Literacy—the ability to read and write—is the foundation of formal, academic learning. But beyond reading and writing skills, literacy is a...

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The Relationship Between Reading And Critical Literacy

Some Thoughts On The Humble Building Blocks Of Knowledge by Terry Heick Phonemic awareness is knowing that certain letters make certain sounds. Phonemic awareness is knowing that sounds can blend...

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The 33 Best Books For Students Who Don’t Like To Read

What are the Best Books for Students Who Don’t Like to Read? “Let’s get out our [independent/book club/whole class] books and open to page __!” At least one student in the room experiences a shudder...

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100 Of The Greatest Books In The English Language

by TeachThought Staff 100 Of The Best English-Published Books Of The 21st-Century 1. The Great Gatsby (Fitzgerald) 2. The Grapes Of Wrath (Steinbeck) 3. 1984 (Orwell) 4. Ulysses (Joyce) 5. Lolita...

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Getting Started With Word Walls

contributed by Samantha Saumell, I Have, Not I Am All teachers want to help students become successful readers and writers. Whether students like reading or writing, they are readers and writers,...

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A Simple Definition For Poetry

Poetry: A Simple Definition by Terry Heick Dictionary Definition Of A Poem According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, a poem is defined as: “A composition in verse, especially one that is...

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Here’s The Animated Version Of ‘The Peace Of Wild Things’ By Wendell Berry

by TeachThought Staff In a world filled with noise, division, and endless demands on our attention, Wendell Berry’s poem The Peace of Wild Things offers a rare invitation: to step back and find solace...

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