This download will reveal how the 6 Traits of Writing are integrated within the Common Core writing standards. Each page of this document includes a… more
A strong summary highlights the most important information presented in a logical organization. Often students recall the less-than-important information in an illogical… more
Many ELA classes begin with a bell-ringer task—a short exercise students complete in the first 3-5 minutes while the teacher… more
The Unopened Gift is a picture book that acts as an allegory for underachieving gifted students. In the book a… more
The Unopened Gift is a picture book that acts as an allegory for underachieving gifted students. In the book a… more
Grab the poster with 10 things you need to know about using QR codes and augmented reality in the classroom…. more
Grab this free poster with tips for using technology to check for understanding. Subject Professional Development Grade levels Kindergarten, 1st… more
This is an  experiential asset-based service-learning curriculum.  It is comprehensive and flexible, divided into these five core sections. Change Your World:… more
Creating Newspaper Content Using an interdisciplinary approach, activities were designed to meet not only content, but develop the inferencing and… more
Ten Plus One is a powerful, easy-to-use tool for modifying basic math tasks in order to make them deeper and/or… more
Interpreting expectations among the types of argument (e.g., opinion, persuasive, argument, etc.) can be difficult. Begin first by outlining the… more
We all grew up with the terms of the writing process as part of our schooling–pre-write, draft, revise, edit, publish…. more
TIP stands for  Term – Info – Picture.  Detailed in my first book and in much of my PD, here… more
Teacher leaders and school leaders must use a variety of “tactics” (a.k.a. navigations) when working and collaborating with others. Through the… more
Would you love to include music in your classroom routine but fear that you can’t spare the time from academic… more
Here’s a topographic encounter that is physical, observable and dimensional. Hands-on-to-the-max, it allows your students to really grasp the major… more
From: Navigating the Core Curriculum  by Toby J. Karten https://www.solutiontree.com/products/navigating-core-curriculum.htm Subject UDL Grade levels Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd… more
Cite text that uses the vocabulary. From Navigating the Core Curriculum https://www.solutiontree.com/free-resources/rti/ncc?___ Subject English Language Arts Grade levels 3rd Grade,… more
Record each student’s skills by checking off areas of pro ciency and highlighting areas that require remediation. Offer assessment dates… more
Do you want your students to practice manuscript, cursive or spelling words with enthusiasm? Try this no mess, no cleanup,… more
Lesson plans that allow students to mix learning about technologies with language skills and role playing activities. Subject English Language… more
TIP stands for  Term – Info – Picture.  Detailed in my first book and in much of my PD, here… more
Teacher leaders and school leaders must use a variety of “tactics” (a.k.a. navigations) when working and collaborating with others. Through the… more
Would you love to include music in your classroom routine but fear that you can’t spare the time from academic… more
Here’s a topographic encounter that is physical, observable and dimensional. Hands-on-to-the-max, it allows your students to really grasp the major… more
From: Navigating the Core Curriculum  by Toby J. Karten https://www.solutiontree.com/products/navigating-core-curriculum.htm Subject UDL Grade levels Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd… more
Cite text that uses the vocabulary. From Navigating the Core Curriculum https://www.solutiontree.com/free-resources/rti/ncc?___ Subject English Language Arts Grade levels 3rd Grade,… more
Record each student’s skills by checking off areas of pro ciency and highlighting areas that require remediation. Offer assessment dates… more
Do you want your students to practice manuscript, cursive or spelling words with enthusiasm? Try this no mess, no cleanup,… more
Lesson plans that allow students to mix learning about technologies with language skills and role playing activities. Subject English Language… more