English Language Arts, Middle School Reads, Novel Study, Project-Based Learning, Writing

7 Activities for The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle

The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle by Avi is one of those books I vividly remember from childhood. I read it in the fifth grade. I remember staying up late in bed, past my bedtime, devouring the novel. My mind had to know what was going to happen to Charlotte. Was she going to be… Continue reading 7 Activities for The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle

English Language Arts, Middle School Reads, Project-Based Learning

8 Projects for My Side of the Mountain

My Side of the Mountain is a classic novel read year after year in upper elementary and middle school classrooms worldwide. Originally published in the 1950s, My Side of the Mountain has become a timeless novel that has captivated the minds and hearts of students who long for adventure. Let's explore 8 projects for My… Continue reading 8 Projects for My Side of the Mountain

Back to School, English Language Arts, Middle School Reads, Picture Books in Middle School, Start of the Year Activities, Teach Middle School

Short Stories in the Classroom

Teaching short stories during the first month of school is a simple and effective way to get upper elementary to middle school students acclimated to Language Arts or English classes. As novel units are the new paradigm for reading instruction for older students, short stories in the classroom still have a place too. With so… Continue reading Short Stories in the Classroom