All Recipes
Reader's Notebook: Promoting the Use of Comprehension Strategies through Letter Writing (Virtual Tour)
3rd - 5th
3rd - 5th
CAFÉ: Engaging Third and Fourth Grade Students in Assessment and Instruction (Virtual Tour)
1st - 6th
1st - 6th
Visual Thinking Strategies: Exploring Artwork to Enhance Critical Thinking and Expression (Virtual Tour)
3rd - 6th
3rd - 6th
Writing to a Character: Understanding the Structural Features of Letter Writing (Virtual Tour)
3rd - 6th
3rd - 6th
Character in Action: Fostering Critical Thinking and the Development of Knowledge (Virtual Tour)
1st - 6th
1st - 6th
Celebrating One Hundred Books: Promoting the Enjoyment of Reading in Second Grade (Virtual Tour)
2nd
2nd
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Writing Wall: Understanding the Process of Writing (Virtual Tour)
2nd - 6th
2nd - 6th
Interactive Word Wall: Learning to Spell High Frequency Words in First and Second Grade (Virtual Tour)
1st - 2nd
1st - 2nd
Word Wall and Star School Word List: Spelling High Frequency Words in First Grade (Virtual Tour)
1st
1st
Small Group Shared Reading: Building Motivation for Literacy and Concepts of Print in Kindergarten (Virtual Tour)
PreK - K
PreK - K
Supported Dramatic Play: Building Vocabulary and Oral Language in Kindergarten (Virtual Tour)
PreK - K
PreK - K
Learning Luggage: Taking Engaging Literacy Activities Home for Practice with Parents (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 1st
PreK - 1st
Letters and Words Center: Practicing Letter-Sounds and High Frequency Words (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 1st
PreK - 1st
Meaningful Word Walls: Using Childrens Names and Familiar Sound-Prompt Pictures (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 2nd
PreK - 2nd
How to Make a Fire Truck!: Launching Procedural Writing by Integrating Social Studies and Literacy (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 1st
PreK - 1st
Daily Read Alouds: Using Non-Fiction and Math Books in the Literacy Program (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 6th
PreK - 6th
Classroom Agreements: Fostering Critical Thinking Skills and a Classroom Community (Virtual Tour)
K - 6th
K - 6th
Letter of the Week: Engaging Activities to Practice Letter Names and Sounds (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 1st
PreK - 1st
Morning Messages: Developing Concepts of Print, Word Recognition and Rhyming (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 1st
PreK - 1st
How to Make a List: Building Independence Through Modeling and Picture References (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 1st
PreK - 1st
Reading Buddy Props: Motivating Reading with a Partner to Practice Early Literacy Skills (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 1st
PreK - 1st
Not Just for Baking!: Organizing Groups and Classroom Activities using Cookie Sheets (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 1st
PreK - 1st
Alphabet Artwork: Prompting Letter-Sound Associations using Meaningful Materials (Virtual Tour)
PreK - K
PreK - K
Morning Message: Building Motivation for Literacy and Early Reading Skills (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 2nd
PreK - 2nd
City ABC Book: Building Motivation for Literacy by Exploring the Environment (Virtual Tour)
PreK - K
PreK - K
Shared Reading of Big Books: Supporting Language Development and Vocabulary (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 2nd
PreK - 2nd
Over the Rainbow!: Integrating Vocabulary Development and Artwork based on the Colors of the Rainbow (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 1st
PreK - 1st
Printing with Pizzazz!: Motivating Ways to Develop Letter and Number Recognition and Formation (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 1st
PreK - 1st
Pointing Fingers!: Using Props to Focus on Individual Words and Inter-Word Spaces (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 1st
PreK - 1st
Kindergarten Writing Conference: Promoting Self Expression using Writers' Workshop Strategies (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 1st
PreK - 1st
Take a Number!: Promoting Independence though Routines and Classroom Organization (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 2nd
PreK - 2nd
Favorite Read Alouds: Building Motivation for Literacy, Oral Language and Vocabulary (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 1st
PreK - 1st
Reading Chart to Track Progress: Promoting Growth Through On-going Assessment (Virtual Tour)
1st - 6th
1st - 6th
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Play it Again!: Motivating Games for Word Analysis and Spelling (Virtual Tour)
1st - 6th
1st - 6th
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Folder Holders: Desktop Organizers for Resources (Virtual Tour)
1st - 4th
1st - 4th
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Mistakes Don't Show!: Using Individual Whiteboards in the Classroom (Virtual Tour)
1st - 6th
1st - 6th
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What's Happening Today?: Using a Daily Schedule to Manage Time (Virtual Tour)
1st - 3rd
1st - 3rd
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Noise Cancelling Headphones: Classroom Modification to Focus Attention (Virtual Tour)
1st - 4th
1st - 4th
Reading Comprehension Strategies: Improving Student Comprehension at all Stages of the Reading Process (Virtual Tour)
2nd - 6th
2nd - 6th
Act it Out!: True Story of the Three Little Pigs Builds Understanding of Point of View (Virtual Tour)
4th - 6th
4th - 6th
Classroom Communication: A Reference Board for Ongoing Activities and Information (Virtual Tour)
3rd - 6th
3rd - 6th
Assistive Technology Resources: Using Computer Resources to Build Success and Confidence (Virtual Tour)
4th - 6th
4th - 6th
Inspirational Stories: Using Barack Obama's Of Thee I Sing to Motivate Students to Read and Write (Virtual Tour)
4th - 6th
4th - 6th
Anchor Your Comprehension: Creating and Referring to Posters to Consolidate Reading Comprehension Strategies (Virtual Tour)
4th - 6th
4th - 6th
Exploring Writing: Developing and Consolidating an Understanding of Four Basic Forms of Writing (Virtual Tour)
4th - 6th
4th - 6th
Reading for Growth and Self-Reflection: A Unit of Study Based on the Novel Holes, by Louis Sachar (Virtual Tour)
5th - 6th
5th - 6th
Storyline Online: Building Motivation for Literacy with Celebrity Read Alouds (Virtual Tour)
PreK - K
PreK - K
A Classroom Sound System: Using a Microphone and Speaker for Attention, Clarity and Student Motivation (Virtual Tour)
PreK - K
PreK - K
Check For Understanding: Using a Dry Erase Board and Sock as a Quick Assessment Tool (Virtual Tour)
PreK - K
PreK - K
Home and School Links: Using an Agenda Book to Increase Parent Communication (Virtual Tour)
PreK - K
PreK - K
'Five Little Latkes': Fostering Motivation For Literacy with Holiday Connections (Virtual Tour)
PreK - K
PreK - K
Developmental Reading Assessment: Assessing Students' Reading Progress Throughout the Year (Virtual Tour)
1st - 3rd
1st - 3rd
Too Young for Technology?: Technology and Education Expert Elucidates When to Introduce Assistive Devices
Anchor Charts: Promoting Independence in Applying Reading Comprehension Strategies (Virtual Tour)
3rd - 6th
3rd - 6th
Technology in the Listening Center: Motivating Literacy with iPads and QR Code Books (Virtual Tour)
1st - 6th
1st - 6th
Guided Reading: Differentiating Instruction with Skill- and Strategy-Focused Groupings (Virtual Tour)
3rd - 6th
3rd - 6th
The Promise Tree: Establishing Expectations with Read-Alouds and Group Discussions (Virtual Tour)
1st - 6th
1st - 6th
Art from The Heart: Integrating Literacy Instruction in Community-Building Art Projects (Virtual Tour)
3rd - 6th
3rd - 6th
What's the Text Message?: Modeling Reading Strategies through Shared Reading Activities (Virtual Tour)
1st - 4th
1st - 4th
Character-Building Books: Creating a Thoughtful Classroom Community with Read Alouds (Virtual Tour)
1st - 6th
1st - 6th
Cross-Curricular Word Wall: Expanding Vocabulary and Spelling in the Content Areas (Virtual Tour)
3rd - 6th
3rd - 6th
Popsicle Stick System: Supporting Classroom Organization and Time Management (Virtual Tour)
1st - 6th
1st - 6th
Interactive Bulletin Board: Facilitating Independent Access to Writing Strategies (Virtual Tour)
3rd - 6th
3rd - 6th
Favorite Websites to Support Teaching: Using the Internet to Facilitate Communication (Virtual Tour)
3rd - 6th
3rd - 6th
Black History Month: Integrating Art, Mathematics and Literacy to Motivate Reading and Writing (Virtual Tour)
3rd - 6th
3rd - 6th
Literacy in Mathematics: Building Math Vocabulary and Word Problem Strategies (Virtual Tour)
3rd - 6th
3rd - 6th
Technology, Games and Manipulatives: Putting Instruction into Practice in Math Centers (Virtual Tour)
3rd - 6th
3rd - 6th
What are We Doing in Class Today?: Motivating Beginning Readers with a Daily Schedule (Virtual Tour)
K - 6th
K - 6th
Student Book Talks: Building Literacy Motivation and Deeper Understanding through Discussion (Virtual Tour)
2nd - 6th
2nd - 6th
Literacy CAFE in First Grade: Fostering Independence using a Menu of Strategies (Virtual Tour)
1st - 3rd
1st - 3rd
The Daily 5 in First Grade: Engaging Students with a Balanced Literacy Approach (Virtual Tour)
1st - 3rd
1st - 3rd
Predicting and Inferring: Scaffolding Comprehension Strategies using an Explicit Framework (Virtual Tour)
1st - 3rd
1st - 3rd
Beyond a Morning Message: Promoting Literacy and Numeracy with a Meaningful Morning Routine (Virtual Tour)
K - 2nd
K - 2nd
Marbles and Popcorn!: Establishing an Effective Learning Environment with Collective Accountability (Virtual Tour)
K - 2nd
K - 2nd
Document Camera for Shared Reading: Supporting the Development of Decoding and Fluency (Virtual Tour)
K - 3rd
K - 3rd
Sharing Storybooks: Building Knowledge and Literacy Motivation through Daily Read Alouds (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 6th
PreK - 6th
Meaningful Show and Tell in First Grade: Developing Oral Communication and Thinking Skills (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 1st
PreK - 1st
Good Fit Books in First Grade: Developing Skill and a Love for Reading through Appropriate Choices (Virtual Tour)
K - 2nd
K - 2nd
Borrowing Books in First Grade: Using the Home-School Connection to Develop Independent Readers (Virtual Tour)
K - 2nd
K - 2nd
Listening Center in First Grade: Using Audiobooks to Foster a Love for Reading (Virtual Tour)
K - 2nd
K - 2nd
Leveled Books in First Grade: Personalized Book Bins Increase Independence in Young Readers (Virtual Tour)
K - 2nd
K - 2nd
Guided Reading in First Grade: Increasing Fluency and Comprehension with Small Group Instruction (Virtual Tour)
K - 2nd
K - 2nd
Developmental Reading Assessment (DRA): Motivating Young Readers by Tracking and Celebrating Progress (Virtual Tour)
K - 3rd
K - 3rd
The Teacher's Library: Creating an Organized Collection of Professional and Read Aloud Books (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 6th
PreK - 6th
Cross-Curricular Classroom Library: Making Different Genres Accessible to Interest and Inspire Readers (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 6th
PreK - 6th
Word Wall in First Grade: Building Sight Recognition and Spelling of High-Frequency Words (Virtual Tour)
K - 3rd
K - 3rd
Writing a Recount in First Grade: Empowering Students by Scaffolding a Well-Planned Writing Process (Virtual Tour)
1st - 3rd
1st - 3rd
Student Work Holders: Creating Efficient Classrooms by Building Organizational Skills (Virtual Tour)
K - 6th
K - 6th
Privacy Folders in First Grade: Preventing Distractions and Providing a Quiet Work Environment (Virtual Tour)
1st - 3rd
1st - 3rd
Word Problems in First Grade: Integrating Math and Literacy Using Success Criteria (Virtual Tour)
1st - 3rd
1st - 3rd
First-Grade Classroom News: Strengthening the Home-School Connection with a Biweekly Newsletter (Virtual Tour)
K - 3rd
K - 3rd
Science Experiments in First Grade: Building Understanding through Inquiry and Discussion (Virtual Tour)
K - 3rd
K - 3rd
Class Jobs in First Grade: Motivating Reading while Fostering a Sense of Responsibility
(Virtual Tour)
K - 3rd
K - 3rd
The C in The CAFE: Building Reading Comprehension by Teaching Effective Strategies (Virtual Tour)
1st - 3rd
1st - 3rd
Bobbleheads in the Classroom: Building Community through Student Introductions (Virtual Tour)
2nd - 6th
2nd - 6th
Global Partners Junior OVERVIEW: Implementing an Integrated Literacy Approach (Virtual Tour)
3rd - 6th
3rd - 6th
Extra! Extra! Read All About It!: Building Community with a Classroom Newspaper (Virtual Tour)
3rd - 6th
3rd - 6th
This Classroom Library is 'Bookworm Heaven'!: Supporting Research and Reading Enjoyment (Virtual Tour)
1st - 6th
1st - 6th
Volume Meter and Daily Schedule: Visual Tools to Establish Classroom Expectations (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 6th
PreK - 6th
Bell Work! Not a Minute to Waste!: Getting Started Right Away with Engaging Activities (Virtual Tour)
1st - 6th
1st - 6th
Research on Sustainability in Schools: Integrating Literacy, Social Studies, Science, Math (Virtual Tour)
4th - 6th
4th - 6th
Language-Learning Wall: Creating a Visual Aid Supporting Growth in Reading and Writing Strategies (Virtual Tour)
1st - 6th
1st - 6th
Figurative Language and Poetic Devices: Teaching Poetry thru an Engaging Multi-Step Unit (Virtual Tour)
4th - 6th
4th - 6th
Read Alouds Across ALL Elementary Grades: Motivating Literacy in the Classroom (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 6th
PreK - 6th
Classroom Document Camera: Supporting Instruction and Increasing Engagement (Virtual Tour)
PreK - 6th
PreK - 6th
Numbered Jerseys and Popsicle Sticks: Managing the Classroom with Ease and Fairness (Virtual Tour)
K - 6th
K - 6th