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Visual Summer Schedule Printable

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Ah…it’s time for those relaxing summer days. Except that only happens in my dreams. When you have kids at home together a lot, it’s not always so relaxing! This year, I have created a visual summer schedule that I hope will help, especially with the sanity level. {Grab the freebie at the end of this post.}   Why a Summer Schedule?…
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Using Nonsense Words with Readers

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Mig. Nup. Clag. These are nonsense words. I’ve been using them with readers for 12+ years now. And I’ve been asked several times why I do. So today, I’m tackling the subject of using nonsense words {and defending them…to a degree} with readers. Be sure to click on the teal download button to grab a printable nonsense word list.  …
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Checking Comprehension in K-2

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Checking comprehension isn’t always as neat and easy as checking to see if a learner knows their math facts. The way one person processes a text can be be different than another person. And the way that same person processes one kind of text will look different when they read another type of text. Checking comprehension is as clear as mud…
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FREE Nonfiction Retelling Chart with MUSH

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Nonfiction. Just the thought of reading and retelling it makes some kids’ brains feel like they’ve turned to mush! But MUSH may just save them with this fun Nonfiction Retelling Chart! A couple of years ago, I created a SCOOP fiction retelling chart for stories. It’s been such a popular one for readers. I’ve had several requests for a nonfiction…
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Beginning Sounds Clip Cards – Trace & Clip

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These beginning sounds clip cards are an easy way to practice letter recognition, handwriting, and letter sounds all at the same time! Wow! Looking for more clip cards? Check out all our free Phonics Clip Cards! *This post contains affiliate links. **The free download can be found at the END of this post. Look for and click on the teal…
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