Escape rooms and breakout activities are highly effective for middle school ELA because they gamify key literacy skills like close reading, inference, and vocabulary, but in a format that feels
The first week of middle school ELA doesn’t have to be overwhelming. These 10 back-to-school tips for ELA teachers will help you start the year feeling calm, confident, and connected
This substitute teacher binder will help your class running smoothly when you are out
Get students back from winter break with fun new year classroom activities! Find 5 creative and easy ideas for celebrating the new year, from escape rooms to vision boards. You
If you love having a classroom full of kids who are so engaged in learning that they never consider it "work," you're in the right place. And if your goal is to teach top-notch lessons without spending your weekends planning and grading, I've got you covered. I'm a real-life middle school ELA teacher, just like you. Why don't you grab a cup of coffee and sit down for a bit? I'll share some ideas that will help you thrive inside the classroom—and reclaim your life outside of the classroom!