Let’s be honest: the days of a three-hour Monopoly marathon are over. In a world of fast-paced digital media, our students’ attention spans have shifted. …
Effective Strategies to Improve Students’ Speaking Skills in the Classroom
Speaking and oral communication skills are often taken for granted in education. We sometimes assume students naturally know how to present, speak confidently, or express …
ELA Christmas Games for Middle and High School
I love this time of year… who doesn’t?Elf on the Shelf, decorations, music — everything (and everyone!) is getting into the holiday spirit. And our …
ELA Thanksgiving Activities for Middle & High School
Thanksgiving is coming… a perfect time to slow down, reflect, and be grateful. But it’s also a wonderful opportunity to turn seasonal themes into valuable …
ELA Halloween Games for Middle and High School
Halloween is just around the corner, and while most teachers I know are busy planning crafts and pumpkin-themed activities… I teach ELA. In high school. …
Games for Your ELA Classes
Technology is a tough competitor in our classrooms. With smartphones, video games, and streaming platforms always within reach, it’s no wonder our students find it …
Building Student Reflection from Day One
ChatGPT and AI in general are helping us in ways we cannot even measure. From grading assistance to lesson planning, they’re great tools. However, there …
3 Free Back-to-School Activities to Help Teens Open Up
Are you looking for reflective back-to-school activities for high school students that go beyond surface-level icebreakers?We all know that building relationships early on is essential—but …
8 Engaging End-of-the-Year ELA Activities to Reflect, Laugh, and Wrap Things Up
As the school year winds down, it’s the perfect time to slow the pace, reflect on what students have learned, and celebrate growth—with just the …
Empowering High School Students with Better Decision-Making Skills: 5 Engaging Activities for Your Classroom
As the school year winds down, it’s the perfect time to shift focus from academics to essential life skills. High school students face countless choices …