Engage and Inspire Students with Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban is a popular novel among children and young adults. The book, written by J.K. Rowling, is the third installment in the Harry Potter series and is loved by many for its engaging storyline and well-developed characters. It is a...
The Persevering Pinballs
Students will feel the pain that these protagonists in The Pinballs experience and they will also journey with these characters to find that ray of hope that can lead you to a better place. Perseverance is the name of the game with these characters and it is a good lesson for any young reader to see and feel to help with their own personal struggles.
Grieving and Missing May
Missing May by Cynthia Rylant is a poignant story to analyze the stages of grief a family goes through after losing a loved one. It is a great book to use in your classroom or homeschool for a whole class novel study, small book groups, or individual book studies....
A Tale of Friendship and Loyalty: The Cricket in Times Square
The Cricket in Times Square by George Selden is a valuable asset to any classroom curriculum. Its engaging storyline, multifaceted themes, language and literacy benefits, cross-curricular connections, and ability to cultivate a love for reading make it a must-read for...
Unlocking the Magic of Learning with Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by J.K. Rowling is an engaging and entertaining read for students, but it can also serve as a valuable teaching tool to use as a novel study in your classroom. How reading Harry Potter and the...
Magical Teaching With Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
The Harry Potter book series has captured the hearts of readers worldwide since its first publication in 1997. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, the sixth book in the series, is no exception. In fact, it has become a favorite among teachers as a tool to help...
Take an Adventure From the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler
From the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler by E. L. Konigsburg is a timeless classic that not only captivates young readers but also offers a rich tapestry of themes and lessons that resonate with students of all ages. ...
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.