What makes a good teacher? The question of “what makes a good science teacher” is of paramount import to me, an aspiring science teacher. I’ve given this much thought, as I have high hopes to be the best science teacher I can possibly be. After a brief period of discussion …
The Activity In the 🌈 grade 3 class, I had the privilege of observing and participating in multiple literacy lessons and activities. My favourite though, was the teacher’s spin on a readers’ theatre activity, easily hitting all the notes on the BC curriculum. The activity departed somewhat from how we …
Why It Captivated Me “Eragon” is more than just a story about a boy who finds a dragon egg; it’s a tale of courage, growth, and the fight against tyranny. Christopher Paolini crafted a world so detailed and characters so real that I couldn’t help but feel a part of …
In the intricate tapestry of foundational education, literacy is a clear cornerstone. It is pivotal for academic accomplishment and the bedrock of lifelong learning. The ability to read and comprehend text is essential to excel in school subjects, but it also opens doors to knowledge, critical thinking, and the rich …
The Importance of Advertisement Literacy In the 🙂 class, students were tasked with designing an advertisement. However, first, they needed to learn what makes advertisements compelling. The teacher presented a series of advertisements and asked students what emotions it made them feel, and whether it related to the product or …
Among the myriad of methods to bring stories to life, one stands out for its simplicity and sensory appeal: Story Vines. This tactile, engaging tool not only captivates young minds but also deepens their understanding of narratives. In this post, I’ll share how Story Vines can transform storytelling, using “The …
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has introduced a new era in many sectors, with education being one of the most profoundly affected areas. In my quest to explore innovative tools that could enrich my teaching methods, I recently dove into Project Read AI, an intriguing AI tool designed …
The lesson I got to observe in the ⭐ classroom made me super envious. I’ve always loved comic books, manga, and other graphic novels, and these students were lucky enough to receive a literacy lesson that focused on designing a page in the style of a graphic novel. This lesson …
In the realm of children’s literature, few concepts have sparked as much introspection and dialogue as Rudine Sims Bishop’s metaphor of “mirrors, windows, and sliding glass doors.” Initially introduced in a 1990 piece, this metaphor beautifully encapsulates the necessity for diversity in books, particularly those aimed at young readers. Reflecting …
For our first literacy in-situ classroom, I was placed in the ⭐ grade 6 classroom. This classroom had the advantage of being directly across the hall from the school library and the students were even taking lessons in the library, taught by the librarian. But that’s for another post. Class …