April Activities, Figurative Language, March Activities, Poetry, Spring Activities, Writing

5 Spring Writing Activities for the Classroom

Spring is right around the corner, but we can already feel it in the air! With the birds chirping, some warmer days scattered here and there, and the sun being out longer, we can taste the sweetness of springtime! Spring is a time of new beginnings, so it’s the perfect opportunity to refresh your classroom… Continue reading 5 Spring Writing Activities for the Classroom

Poetry, Spring Activities

5 Easy Ways to Teach Poem Analysis

April is one of my favorite months. My tulips start to bud, the weather is warmer, the grass is greener, and the air is fresher. My daughter was also born in April, which really tipped the scales to being one of my top three favorite months. In addition, April is National Poetry Month! Spring is such… Continue reading 5 Easy Ways to Teach Poem Analysis

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9 Ways to Help Students Love Poetry

Poetry and spring go together like fresh flowers and rich soil. April is National Poetry Month and as the school year tends to wind down in the spring, it is an excellent time to dive into poetry. I have enjoyed teaching poetry to elementary students all the way to high school seniors during my career. I… Continue reading 9 Ways to Help Students Love Poetry