When students (especially English Language Learners) move beyond the simple verb tenses, confusion can begin to set in. Using timelines helps students visualize and conceptualized the appropriate context for each verb aspect. The following anchor charts are perfect for illustrating each verb tense. Simple Verb Tenses This verb tense is used to express a completed action or a past state of being. ... Read the Post
Verb Tenses and Timelines
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As teachers, one of our most important goals is to teach our students to think critically. This life-long skill really transcends all programs, standards, and curriculums. If we can teach students to think critically, success will follow. It sounds so simple, yet we know it can be a daunting task. One of the most effective ways I have found to accomplish this goal is by incorporating 11 ... Read the Post
Nonfiction Text Structures Key Words and Phrases
When teaching nonfiction text structures, it can be really helpful to spend some time focusing on the key words and phrases that are specific to each text structure. Our students love to find patterns and rules in life, and they quickly notice when specific words or phrases particularly lend themselves to descriptive, order & sequence, cause & effect, compare & contrast, or problem ... Read the Post
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