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Place Value With Straw Bundles: An Evidence-Based Math Strategy

Learn how to teach place value in first and second grade using a place value mat and straw bundles. …

Learn how to teach dividing fractions in fifth and sixth grade using fraction strips. Download these…

Respectful redirection is a classroom management strategy that teachers use to quickly and calmly te…

Spelling irregular words can be hard. Use this spelling strategy to teach students how to spell word…

Learn how to teach comparing fractions using a fraction number line.

Use place value disks to teach place value in third, fourth, and fifth grade. Download a place value…

Using nonverbal signals or silent signals in the classroom can reduce interruptions and allow all st…

Learn how to teach students to use Elkonin boxes or sound boxes, an evidence-based literacy strategy…

Phonics blending is an effective, evidence-based word reading strategy to help all readers decode wo…

In this reading activity, called "change a letter," students adjust one letter in a word to make a n…

Learn how to help students summarize what they read with paragraph shrinking, an evidence-based read…

Use this spelling strategy to teach students how to spell regular words.

Use this reading strategy to help students with retelling a story or retelling nonfiction.

Use these vocabulary strategies and vocabulary activities to teach your students new words.

SRSD, or self-regulated strategy development, can help students improve writing skills. Learn about …

These free graphic organizers for reading come with filled-in examples. Download them now to help ki…

Pre-correcting and prompting is a classroom management strategy that teachers use to tell and remind…

A when-then sentence is a classroom management strategy to teach students behavior expectations.

Brain breaks give students a chance to shift their focus and return ready to work and learn.

Learn how to teach students to pay attention in class using SLANT, an easy-to-use behavior strategy.