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Character Traits

by Patti

Oct 25, 2014

I am trying find books with characters who represent a particular character trait. I will read these books aloud to 3rd graders. The traits are: trustworthy, spiteful, prudent, sympathetic, and carefree.

Thanks!

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Vet Teacher On 10/25/14, Patti wrote: > I am trying find books with characters who represent a > particular character trait. I will read these books aloud to 3rd > graders. The traits are: trustworthy, spiteful, prudent, > sympathetic, and carefree. > > Thanks!

Try folktales or fables. Henny Penny teaches prudence. The Tortoise and t...See More

Nov 5, 2014

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Patti On 11/05/14, Vet Teacher wrote: > On 10/25/14, Patti wrote: >> I am trying find books with characters who represent a >> particular character trait. I will read these books aloud to > 3rd >> graders. The traits are: trustworthy, spiteful, prudent, >> sympathetic, and carefree. >> >> Thanks! > > Try fo...See More

Nov 16, 2014

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Free eBooks for Teachers

by Mrs. S

Oct 25, 2014

Hi everyone,

I just wanted to share this great resource! [link removed]

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Handmaid's Tale test?

by Dave W.

Sep 30, 2014

Hi, I'm looking for a comprehension test for the Handmaid's Tale (or questions by chapter). Would anyone be willing to share so I don't have to make one on my own?

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Independent reading

by kelly

Sep 6, 2014

I really found using Accelerated reading for my 7th grade readers effective. We set a goal for earning points each marking period rather than using the scores. I am now teaching 5th grade in the same district and am not permitted to use the AR program. Can anyone suggest an on-line program similar and free? Maybe even another suggestion for monitor...See More

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Comic for today: The best effect of any book...

by Kathleen

Mar 14, 2014

Artist-illustrator Tim Newlin of TimTim.com (familiar to many readers of Teachers.Net Gazette for his quirky articles) is creating comics based upon famous quotations. Click below to check out the first of many we'll be sharing.

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jenelle willliams On 3/14/14, Kathleen wrote: > Artist-illustrator Tim Newlin of TimTim.com (familiar to > many readers of Teachers.Net Gazette for his quirky > articles) is creating comics based upon famous quotations. > Click below to check out the first of many we'll be sharing.

Aug 19, 2014

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Holes? Red Fern?

by 6th grade Reading

Mar 16, 2008

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Can someone help me decide between reading Holes or Where
the Red Fern Grows? Haven't taught either and I am having
trouble deciding. Thanks.

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Kim in KS /blockquote>

My absolute favorite was Where the red fern Grows. I now have
2 beagles, but do not hunt!!!! :)
Kim

Apr 8, 2008

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cam I use Holes as a read aloud for my 5th graders. I think that Where the Red Fern Grows is more age appropriate for 6th graders.

Jul 19, 2008

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Getting kids to read their novels! A struggle!

by CMR

Mar 18, 2008

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I posted this over at the MS chatboard, but thought I
could get more specific help here:

With our Language Arts curriculum, our students are
required to do outside reading for class and be prepared
to use that knowledge in class (they usually need to bring
their novels to class also). But the majori...See More

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SD TEacher /blockquote>

These comments have been helpful. As a second year teacher,
one of the challenges has been to get stundents to read their
novels. I did pick up a strategy from my master teacher
during student teaching...give the students a reading quiz
(ie. True/False). The quickly learn the value of the reading
and it ...See More

Mar 23, 2008

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A. Hilyard Each kid who walks in with reading material (you choose what) gets a ticket. I choose one ticket at the end - that student gets a prize - sticker, eraser... something small. They don't care what... they just want to read!

On 3/18/08, CMR wrote: > I posted this over at the MS chatboard, but thought I > could get more specific help her...See More

Sep 5, 2008

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New Teacher--Question about novels

by Newbie

Mar 22, 2008

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Hi. I am a new 6th grade reading teacher. I will be
starting my first novel with them in the next couple of
weeks. Can someone explain to me the best way to "teach" a
novel? How do I keep everyone (fast readers and slow
readers) at the same pace? I imagine reading-aloud the
whole book would take up too m...See More

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edhelper and persuasive writing

by Kate

Mar 23, 2008

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Does anyone who teaches upper elementary recommend edhelper?

Does anyone who teaches upper elementary have any good
persuasive writing lesson ideas?

THANKS!

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Carrie /blockquote>

There are a ton of resources in edhelper. Our Social studies
teacher uses it, our science teacher uses it. I occasionally
use it - I teach Reading and Language Arts. It all depends on
what you are looking for. If you don't have a lot of
resources available, it is worth the money.

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Mar 31, 2008

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Can you suggest a play for 10th graders?

by JJ

Mar 24, 2008

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Can any of you suggest a play (non-Shakesperean) to read
with my sophomores?

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Linda On 7/18/08, Sara wrote: > On 3/24/08, JJ wrote: >> Can any of you suggest a play (non-Shakesperean) to read >> with my sophomores? > The Miracle Worker. Raisin in the Sun. I also was going to suggest 12 Angry Men by Reginald Rose. My students loved it and it gave us a lot to discuss, working in the jury system in our country. We r...See More

Jul 22, 2008

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Allison Fences or The Piano Lesson by August Wilson.

> On 3/24/08, JJ wrote: > Can any of you suggest a play (non-Shakesperean) to read > with my sophomores?

Jul 29, 2008

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