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4 Ways to Make ELA Fun Without Losing Rigor

ELA doesn’t have to feel dry or test-heavy — especially during back-to-school time when you’re trying to build buy-in and classroom culture. Students can practice real, grade-level reading and writing skills and have fun doing it. Here are four creative ways to make ELA fun and more engaging while still

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How to Build an ELA Warm-Up Routine That Practically Runs Itself

If you’re a teacher prepping for back-to-school season, you’re probably thinking about systems that will keep your classroom running smoothly. One of the most powerful, low-effort tools you can have in your routine? A solid warm-up strategy. Psst… You might also know warm-ups by other names:Bell Ringers, Do Now, Quick

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How to Build Test-Savvy Students Without Teaching to the Test

Simple routines to work test-style practice into your week — without the stress Every year, students face a growing number of assessments — from district-level progress monitoring to major state tests like STAAR, FAST, CAASPP, and more. Each test may look different, but the types of questions students encounter are

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