
How to Teach Novel Studies Part 4: The Extras!
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...

How to Teach Novel Studies Part 3: Pacing
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...

How to Teach Novel Studies Part 2: Vocabulary
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...

How To Teach Novel Studies: Part 1 Comprehension
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...

Why Should You Use Novel Studies in Your Classroom?
The funny thing about educational research is if you look hard enough, you can usually find studies to support both sides of an issue. Very rarely do you find a straight yes or no answer to what is a good or bad theory or practice. Generally, it boils down to the...

Magical Lessons: Using Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows to Engage and Educate Your Classroom
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, the seventh and final book in J.K. Rowling's beloved Harry Potter series, has captured the hearts and imaginations of readers around the world. This novel can be an excellent teaching tool for educators to use in their classroom...

Fight Antisemitism Through Literature with Number the Stars
Teachers want to incorporate innovative and captivating resources that engage students while enhancing their learning experience. One such resource that holds immense potential is the novel Number the Stars by Lois Lowry. There are numerous benefits of using this...