Unleashing the Power of Where the Red Fern Grows
Literature has a unique ability to transport us to different worlds, evoke emotions, and instill timeless life lessons. Among the many exceptional novels available for young readers, Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls stands as a classic piece of American...
Enhancing Classroom Engagement and Critical Thinking with Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
One way to engage your students and bring your lessons to life is by incorporating popular culture into your curriculum, and there's no better example of this than the Harry Potter series. In particular, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix can be an excellent...
The Wonders of Wonder!
In the world of literature, certain books possess a unique power to inspire, enlighten, and transform the lives of readers. R.J. Palacio's novel, Wonder, is one such literary gem that has captured the hearts of both young and old since its publication. Of all the...
How to Teach Novel Studies Part 5: Assessment
Some of my most vivid childhood memories of school were the novel studies I read for various subjects. It was my favorite way to learn skills, history, and any topic! I love books, and being allowed to read an entire book from cover to cover as a school assignment put...
Hook Your Readers with History and Mystery with The Bletchley Riddle
Engaging young readers can be one of the biggest challenges in the classroom, especially when trying to balance literary merit, curriculum goals, and historical relevance. If you’re searching for a novel that checks all those boxes—and keeps students on the edge of...
Fall in Love with The One and Only Ruby
As educators, we're constantly seeking captivating and meaningful ways to engage our students and instill a love for reading. One novel that will hook your readers is The One and Only Ruby by Katherine Applegate. This heartwarming novel is a sequel to the beloved The...
Get Spooky with Bunnicula
Bunnicula by James and Deborah Howe is a novel that has stood the test of time, captivating the hearts and minds of young readers for generations. Bunnicula is a great novel to use in early fall to get your students into the spooky mood of Halloween. Bunnicula blends...
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.