Enhance Your Students’ Learning and Appreciation of Literature with Sarah, Plain and Tall
Sarah, Plain and Tall is a historical fiction novel set in the 19th Century Midwestern Plains written by Patricia MacLachlan. The story is a beautiful tale of exploring the themes of loneliness, loss, grief, and rebirth. This is a wonderful book to use for a novel...
Transform Your Classroom with The Magic Finger: Engage and Inspire Your Students
As a teacher, you are constantly searching for new and exciting ways to engage your students and make learning more enjoyable. One way to achieve this is by incorporating literature into your curriculum. And what better author to turn to than Roald Dahl? His works are...
Teaching Empathy and Resilience through Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes
Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes by Eleanor Coerr is a book that has been widely used in classrooms around the world. It is a story that teaches children about the horrors of war and the importance of peace. There are also many reasons you should use...
Exploring Nature and Building Character with A Week in the Woods
As an educator, you're always on the lookout for ways to engage your students and spark their curiosity. One way to do that is by using literature in the classroom. Andrew Clements' A Week in the Woods is a book that is not only engaging and fun to read but also has...
Why The Magician’s Nephew is a Valuable Tool for Classroom
The Magician's Nephew by C.S. Lewis is a classic children's fantasy novel that is often overshadowed by its more famous counterpart, The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. However, this book is a valuable tool for educators looking to engage their students in a...
Engaging Students and Fostering Environmental Consciousness with HOOT!
If you're looking for an engaging and thought-provoking novel to use in your classroom, Carl Hiaasen's Hoot is an excellent choice. Hoot is a middle-grade novel that tells the story of a boy named Roy who befriends a group of young environmental activists as they try...
Discovering the Magic of Stargirl: A Journey of Self-Expression and Individuality
Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli is a popular young adult novel that has been widely praised for its insightful commentary on the struggles of adolescence, the importance of individuality, and the power of kindness. If you're looking for an engaging and...
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.