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23 articles in Reading Comprehension. Showing 19–23 of 23.
Howard Gardner expanded our understanding of intelligence by arguing that the focus should not be on how smart a person is, but rather, how a person is smart. The theory of multiple intelligences differentiates intelligence into specific “modalities,” rather than seeing intelligence as dominated by a singular ability.…
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When it comes to teaching plot, picture books are a must! I am a huge fan of using picture books with upper grade and middle school students. These books can cover complex issues and can lead to some pretty thought-provoking discussions. I also love that they are short,…
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Here’s a super simple and fun project that you can have your students complete during your next novel study. I call them “Matchbook Summaries,” for lack of a better term, and they require little prep and materials. They look fanastic once completed and they make a perfect piece…
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As teachers, we know the importance of adding novel and interesting twists to some of the traditional projects that our students complete. The term “Book Report” has developed a lackluster connotation, at best. However, book reports can be a great way to engage your students in critical and…
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Now that access to tablets is increasing in classrooms dramatically these days, teachers and students able to utilize e-books like never before. One overlooked resource is the public domain, which has a number of classic books, which have enduring value, offer historical insight, and present great opportunities for…
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