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Why Should You Use Novel Studies in Your Classroom?

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 good or bad theory or practice.

How To Teach Novel Studies: Part 1 Comprehension

Some of my most vivid childhood memories of school were the novel studies that we read for various subjects. It was my most favorite way to learn skills, history, any topic really! I am a lover of books and getting to read an entire book from cover to cover as a school assignment put me in heaven! I am sure this is a major reason why as a teacher my passion is to create and teach is novel studies!

Using Google Classroom to Survive E-Learning Days

Having your students there in front of you is obviously the ideal way to monitor their understanding of a topic, to see the need for differentiating the instruction, etc. There are days, however, where this just might not be possible. With more and more students having access to laptops and other devices the “free” snow-days of the past are being turned into E-Learning days more frequently in order to avoid adding days to the end of the school year.

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Persevering through Love and Loss: Turtle in Paradise

by Shelley | English/Language Arts, Novel Studies

Incorporating Turtle in Paradise by Jennifer L. Holm into your classroom curriculum is a win-win for both teachers and students. From its captivating storytelling and relatable characters to its educational value and diverse representation, this novel enriches...

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Has Magical Benefits To Enhance Learning in the Classroom

by Shelley | English/Language Arts, Novel Studies

The Harry Potter series has become a staple in pop culture and has captured the hearts of both young and old readers. Among the seven books in the series, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire stands out as one of the most popular and widely read books of all time. But...

Engage and Inspire Students with Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

by Shelley | English/Language Arts, Novel Studies

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...

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Al Capone Does My Shirts Novel Study Book Unit

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