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Apple Blossom TeachersMake Good Reading Responses Even BetterThese 2 strategies had my students asking if they were allowed to go back and reread! Yup, a great reading response prompt can be the difference between "I have to go back and find text evidence." and "I've gotta find evidence to prove my point!!" Strategy 1: Add a Likert Scale to yes/no questions. Strategy 2: Have students add themseleves to the scene or event. 🌟🌟🌟 Did you hear? I'm kicking off a mini course to help busy upper elementary teachers increase spelling success without revamping your whole word study system. 🔗 Learn more and join the wai...2023-01-1412 min
Apple Blossom TeachersSchool Accessibility: Considerations for field trips, assemblies, and more with Erin Castillo of Affirmations and AccessibilityAccommodations aren’t just for inside our classrooms, and Erin Castillo of @AffirmationsAndAccessibility is sharing some insight on how we can make all parts of our school year engaging and accessible to all our learners. This is such an important conversation full of eye-opening considerations. You will leave this episode feeling empowered to support each and every student during things like field trips, assemblies, group projects, and so much more. Erin and I would love to hear your biggest takeaways, questions you have upon reflection, and if you’d like us to dig deeper into access...2022-07-1436 min
Apple Blossom TeachersClosing out your classroom so future you thanks you!Summary: Now that you’ve closed out your teacher-brain for the year and wrapped up your time with your students, it’s time to think about closing out your classroom! But before you lock that door or turn in your key for the summer, follow these tips so August you will be singing your praises! I’m sharing tips for closing out your physical classroom efficiently and effectively, getting that digital file hot mess in order, and staging a few things that will be easy to find and use come back-to-school season! You won’t want to m...2021-06-1114 min