by Kristin | Jun 30, 2025 | Back To School, End of Year, Writing
Have you considered introducing a movie analysis unit this school year, but need teaching film techniques worksheets to make the job easier? While many educators tend to avoid teaching movies due to certain stigmas or a lack of knowledge on the topic, I strive to...
by Kristin | Jun 18, 2025 | Back To School, End of Year, Poetry
Getting to know your students is a significant element of every new school year. Instead of filling out a survey or information sheet, I prefer to include some creative writing opportunities! My favorite activities include writing poetry and using an I Am Poem Sample...
by Kristin | Jan 15, 2025 | End of Year, Reading Comprehension, Rhetorical Analysis
Let’s face it. Longform movies have become the new “books” that students are struggling to “read.” It used to be that a teacher would include a movie in a lesson or unit, and the students would break out the popcorn and settle in for a...
by Kristin | May 14, 2024 | Back To School, End of Year
19 Worthwhile End of Year Reflection Questions for ANY Classroom-The last days and weeks of school are usually very chaotic, exhausting, and nerve-wracking, especially for teachers. Students are itching to do ANYTHING except work, and I get it. Who wants to work when...
by Kristin | May 1, 2024 | End of Year, Poetry, Teaching the Standards
Once Spring Break is over, a glance at the calendar makes it clear that end of the year activities are near. A quick glance around the classroom and it is obvious that students know that the time is approaching as well. What is most needed then is some end of the year...
by Kristin | Jan 3, 2024 | Back To School, End of Year, Writing
Using goal setting worksheet printable activities might be just the ticket to start this January with some fun! Coming back after winter break can be a VERY difficult time for teachers, administrators, parents, and students alike. I mean, we finally had a moment to...
