Discover The City of Ember
The City of Ember is a fascinating book that really makes you wonder and think. It is suspenseful and engages the reader to want to continue. The City of Ember is the first book in DuPrau's series, and it ends with the reader wanting more. It is a great book to hook...
Charlotte’s Web Novel Study: Teaching Friendship, Empathy, and More in the Classroom
Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White is one of those rare children's books that can make students laugh, think deeply, and even shed a few tears—all while helping them develop important reading and ELA skills. First published in 1952, this beloved classic continues to be a...
How to Eat Fried Worms Novel Study: Engaging ELA Activities for Grades 4-6
If you're looking for a How to Eat Fried Worms novel study that will keep your students engaged while giving you meaningful reading comprehension, vocabulary, writing, and critical-thinking activities, How to Eat Fried Worms by Thomas Rockwell is a fantastic choice....
Exploring Intersectionality with the Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus
I had the opportunity to participate in a seminar hosted by Sherri of Literary Sherri, where she delved into the concept of Intersectionality. While this term might be unfamiliar to some, its significance cannot be overstated, particularly for educators....
Rare Tale of Friendship: The Indian in the Cupboard
In the ever-evolving landscape of education, teachers are constantly seeking innovative ways to engage their students. One such method involves the use of literature that not only entertains but also educates and sparks the imagination and critical discussion. Among...
What if You Could Restart and Be a Better Person?
What if you had a second chance to be a better person? That is the singular question in Gordon Korman's novel, Restart. Chase Ambrose was a classic bully. A bully of the worst kind who terrorized fellow classmates and adults alike and who always seemed to get away...
Holes by Louis Sachar: A Complete Novel Study for Grades 4-6
Looking for an engaging Holes novel study that will keep your students reading, thinking, discussing, and writing? Holes by Louis Sachar is a fantastic choice for a classroom novel, and with the right activities and discussion questions, it can become so much more...
I’m Shelley from The Teaching Bank. I have taught 3rd, 4th, and 6th grades.
My goal is to provide lessons and units for K-12 that are practical and ready to teach with minimal prep needed.