Misty

Once students enter middle school, many ELA standards begin to repeat. While the focus may be the same, the depth is quite different. As students get older, they have to show growth in the skill by thinking about and explaining it in a more detailed way. One of these skills involves identifying main idea. Students […]

Teaching middle schools presents new challenges every day. Some days consist of handling so many emotions and lots of drama. Other days consist of explaining the same topic in multiple ways to help students understand it. On top of all this, teachers manage challenging behaviors, tons of paperwork, and hours of grading. This is why […]

After experiencing the hottest days of summer, it is hard not to be excited about fall. The colorful leaves and crisp air are just some of the many reasons people love fall. If you’re looking to bring that excitement and love for fall into the classroom, I’ve got you covered! My fall reading activities for […]

When middle schoolers enter the classroom, teachers never know what to expect. For instance, students may come in with tons of energy and struggle to sit down. Or, they come in looking like zombies and just want to put their heads down to nap. Additionally, they may even come in upset about some drama that […]

One of the most fun things about being a teacher is picking out classroom decor! When I first started teaching ELA, I was so excited about getting to decorate my classroom with cute but educational posters and signs! Sadly, I quickly discovered a major issue. I had a very difficult time finding age appropriate resources […]