Roll a Narrative Story: Motivating Struggling Writers

Do you have reluctant writers in your classroom? Writing shouldn't be a struggle for your students. Get them motivated and engaged with this fun "Roll a Story" activity with Google Slides. Your students will enjoy following the steps in developing a story with this digital activity.

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Celebrate St. Patrick's Day With Digital Fractions Activities

Fractions can be difficult to teach and sometimes hard for your students to understand. I often see that students just need extra practice. In this post, I've included some fun activities that will keep your students engaged and better understand the skills. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day With Digital Fractions Activities that your students will love.

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Using Google Slides With Interactive Math Practice

I'm a huge fan of PowerPoint. In fact, I continue to use it as I design resources for my Teachers Pay Teachers store. With the current focus on distance learning, Google Slides and other Google apps have become the popular applications to use. You have the ability to share, edit, and collaborate. In this blog post, I'll share how you can Use Google Slides With Interactive Math Practice.

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Reading and Graphing Coordinates on a Plane With Websites and Google Slides

One of my favorite games when I was growing up was Battleship. Little did I know, I was actually learning a math skill. Battleship and similar versions are still popular. In this post, I'll provide you with some fun websites and Google Slides activities that your students will love as they learn how to Read and Graph Coordinates on a Plane.

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Using Pictures and Videos to Teach Inferencing With FREEBIE

The term "inference" refers to the process of using observation and background knowledge to determine a conclusion that makes sense. When reading, students use the details in the text and background knowledge to figure out information that is not there. They also study illustrations and other visuals within the story. Making inferences helps readers understand the author's message and also leads to deeper learning. In this post, I'll provide examples of Using Pictures and Videos to Teach Inferencing.

Inferencing With Pictures

Inferencing with pictures is very similar to inferring from text because students study details of the picture and video. Then they apply their background knowledge to infer what is going on.

• Guess the Picture Activity - Teachers will display only part of a picture to the students. Students write what they observe, what they know, and then what they infer. They have so much fun sharing their results. Then, show the full image to the students. Discuss the process with the students.
• Pictures from Magazines - Students can cut out pictures from magazines and complete the sentences and graphic organizer.

• Google Slides Activity - Students will observe a photo on Google Slides, then complete the graphic organizer. Students can also add their own photos they research on Google Images and add those to the slides.

Additional Questions to Ask

• What is the time of the year or day?
• Where is this taking place?
• Who is in the photo?
• How do you think the people feel?

For more fun photos that you can use for inferencing or writing prompts, just go to my Inferencing Pinterest Board.

Inferencing With Videos

When working with struggling readers or introducing the concept of inferencing, try using video clips or even commercials. Using videos helps in building confidence. You'll be amazed at how quickly the students begin to make inferences. Pause periodically during the video to ask questions based on what they observe and their prior knowledge. If you use EdPuzzle, there are lessons already set up with questions.

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For more inferencing resources at my TPT store, just click HERE or on the images below.

     

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Benefits of Using Google Slides for Morning Messages With FREEBIE

Do you write daily assignments and homework on a dry erase board or on your Smartboard each day? Do your students overlook important due dates or upcoming events? In this post I'm going to share benefits of Using Google Slides for Morning Messages and I'll show you how to create your own.  I've also included free templates that are easy to use.

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