The excitement is in the air, the carols are playing, the trees are going up: It's Christmas! What a wonderful time of year for celebrations. If you are like me, though, you want to be sure that you are still keeping your class contained and working on something skills-based through the Christmas Holiday season. Here are the best Christmas holiday lesson ideas, activities, and more for middle & high school teens for all subjects. 1) Teaching the Spirit of the Season: This is the time of year for giving, so I'm always looking for ways … [Read more...]
Tips Teaching Grammar in Just 10 Minutes a Day
Teaching grammar and getting it all in no matter what schedule you have is a challenge because time is limited... and grammar is difficult to teach. Nonetheless, there are standards we middle and high school English teachers must cover before the end of course exams or standardized tests roll around. Plus, if you are a writing teacher like me, you really just want to see your students' grammar, usage, and mechanics improve. Grammar is one standard that must be taught, but it’s a huge umbrella encompassing so many … [Read more...]
