Similes and Metaphors in Pop Culture

My students loved this video of similes and metaphors in pop culture.  I hope you do, too.

Happy reading,
Christine

Middle School Math Materials for Common Core

Here is a link to PBS resources for Common Core math in the middle school.  Enjoy!

Happy reading and computing,
Christine

Middle School Vocabulary Lessons

Here is a great article on vocabulary strategies used in a sixth-grade classroom.  I'm sure you'll feel validated to see many of the practices you are already using in your own classroom discussed by the author, Katie Doherty.  Quite possibly, you'll also find a new spin to revive something you are already doing.

Happy reading,
Christine

Middle Grade Resource

I just discovered this website dedicated to the middle grades.  It looks pretty interesting, and I hope you find it useful.

Happy reading,
Christine
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