April Smith
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Science of Writing Training 7/17
Join us for this free 90-minute training with April Smith, author of Simplify Your Writing Instruction: A Framework For A Student-Centered Writing Block
The Science of Writing Training July 15th
Join us for this free 90 minute training by April Smith, author of Simplify Your Writing Instruction: A Framework For A Student-Centered Writing Block.
The Science of Writing July 14th Session
Join us for this free 90 minute training by April Smith, author of Simplify Your Writing Instruction: A Framework For A Student-Centered Writing Block.
4 Ways to Motivate Students to Write | Solutions For Unmotivated Writers in Elementary Classrooms
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It's become increasingly harder to get students to produce quality writing. In this video, I'll share my tips for motivating writers to start writing, keep writing, and revising to improve quality. Peer Feedback System: ua-cam.com/video/pFmT3R4POP8/v-deo.html Free Writing Training: www.simplifywriting.com/engage-your-writers-ew Learn More About Simplify Writing®: www.simplifywriting.com
How to Use Peer Feedback In Your Classroom For Quality, Consistent Revision During Writing Time
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With large class sizes, it can be impossible to give students specific feedback every week. In this video, I share my built-in peer feedback system that allows for students to get feedback when they need it and actually apply it in their writing. This is the best system for consistent and authentic revision during writing. Free Writing Training: www.simplifywriting.com/engage-your-writers-ew Fr...
How to Reteach Writing Sentences (An Intervention for Upper Elementary and Secondary Students)
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Sentence structure can be tricky! If your students struggle with sentence writing, then you're in the right place. In this video, I'll share my strategies for re-teaching sentence writing to the older students who haven't yet mastered it. Free Writing Training For Teachers: www.simplifywriting.com/engage-your-writers-ew Curriculum & Intervention Library Tour: www.simplifywriting.com/simplify-wr...
The Ultimate Guide to Setting Up Literacy Centers in the Elementary Classroom
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Setting up and managing literacy centers doesn't need to be complicated. In this video, I show you my simple process for creating groups and organizing materials. Free Literacy Centers Organization & Management Guide: performingineducation.com/product/free-literacy-centers-reading-centers-writing-centers-2nd-5th-ela-centers/ My Literacy Centers: performingineducation.com/product/year-long-growi...
All of the Activities I Use for My Elementary Literacy Centers (Super Simple & Fun)
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Literacy centers activities don't need to be complicated, they just need to be fun and engaging! Check out what I include in my elementary literacy centers, and grab a bunch of my centers for free below. Free Literacy Centers Organization & Management Guide: performingineducation.com/free-literacy-centers-guide/ Free Set of Literacy Centers: www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Free-Literacy-Cen...
How to incorporate elementary science units and ELA + free physical traits unit
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We don't have a dedicated time for science, so I incorporate science, reading, and writing in my ELA block. These are the passages and activities I use. Free Science Unit: performingineducation.com/free-narwhal-unit/ All Science Units: www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Performing-In-Education/Category/No-Prep-Science-435316/Order:Best-Sellers#seller_details_tabs
Super Simple Daily Grammar Practice For Elementary and Middle Schoolers
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Help teach your elementary and middle school students about grammar using daily grammar warm-ups! Free Grammar Warm-Ups: www.simplifywriting.com/daily-grammar Learn more about the Simplify Writing® Program at simplifywriting.com. All Daily Grammar: performingineducation.com/shop/?jsf=jet-woo-products-grid&tax=product_cat:1795 Other Videos: Writing Interventions: ua-cam.com/video/GCb9XOnCOwE/v-d...
Unpopular Opinion - 3 Things You Shouldn’t Do When Teaching Writing (NO Note-Taking!)
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Make your writing lessons more efficient and effective by removing these 3 things from your instruction! Free Writing Resources: www.simplifywriting.com/free-resources-signup Learn more about the Simplify Writing® Program at simplifywriting.com. Other Videos: Writing Interventions: ua-cam.com/video/GCb9XOnCOwE/v-deo.html Plan With Me: ua-cam.com/video/2sT1B3J4-yc/v-deo.html
How to modify your writing lessons for English Language Learners / ESOL Strategies
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Struggling to help your English Language Learners while still teaching your grade level writing standards? These strategies will help you modify your lesson for your ELL/ESOl Students. Free ELL Tools & Strategies: performingineducation.com/product/free-editable-sentence-frames-ell-modifications-esol-strategies/ More Free Writing Resources: www.simplifywriting.com/free-resources-signup Learn mor...
What to do when your students have no writing stamina
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Get your students to write longer with this writing stamina lesson! It's great for elementary and middle school students. Free Writing Stamina Lesson: www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Free-Writing-Stamina-Lesson-Back-to-School-Writing-Activities-8406917 More Free Writing Resources: www.simplifywriting.com/free-resources-signup Count-Up Timer Used: ua-cam.com/video/FaWIn_wjo6w/v-deo.html Lear...
How to reteach paragraph writing when your students come to you not being able to write one
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Do your 3rd, 4th, 5th, or even middle school students struggle to write a proper paragraph? Check out these simple lessons I use to reteach the skill and keep them on track as we head into our writing units. Free Paragraph Lessons: www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Free-Paragraph-Writing-Intervention-How-to-Write-a-Paragraph-3-Free-Lessons-7930527 More Free Writing Resources: www.simplifywrit...
My 3 Step Morning Meeting Routine For 3rd, 4th, and 5th Graders
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My 3 Step Morning Meeting Routine For 3rd, 4th, and 5th Graders
5 Simple Math Centers For 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Students / Error Analysis, Board Games, Task Cards
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5 Simple Math Centers For 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Students / Error Analysis, Board Games, Task Cards
The 7 Strategic Lessons I Use to Teach My Students How to Write Personal Narratives
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The 7 Strategic Lessons I Use to Teach My Students How to Write Personal Narratives
This Classroom Community Building Activity is a MUST-DO For Back to School! (Escape Classroom)
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This Classroom Community Building Activity is a MUST-DO For Back to School! (Escape Classroom)
Plan Writing With Me (Using the Lessons & Teacher Models From Simplify Writing)
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Plan Writing With Me (Using the Lessons & Teacher Models From Simplify Writing)
The simplest and most impactful writing assessment for Back to School (free writing prompts)
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The simplest and most impactful writing assessment for Back to School (free writing prompts)
How to teach your students to stay on topic in their writing / using writer's workshop
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How to teach your students to stay on topic in their writing / using writer's workshop
Can writer's workshop be done in 30 minutes?
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Can writer's workshop be done in 30 minutes?
Writer's Workshop Made Simple: How to Easily Plan & Teach Writing Mini-Lessons
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Writer's Workshop Made Simple: How to Easily Plan & Teach Writing Mini-Lessons
How to Improve Classroom Management By Building Student Relationships
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How to Improve Classroom Management By Building Student Relationships
Last Week of School Activities For Elementary Teachers + Free 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Activities
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Last Week of School Activities For Elementary Teachers Free 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Activities
3 Simple Ways to Teach Grammar That Actually Sticks
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3 Simple Ways to Teach Grammar That Actually Sticks
5 Tips for a Stellar Teacher Interview / For First Year & Experienced Teachers
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5 Tips for a Stellar Teacher Interview / For First Year & Experienced Teachers
Making review fun with classroom escapes + (my favorite end of the year games)
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Making review fun with classroom escapes (my favorite end of the year games)
3 Math Manipulatives for Elementary Math Lessons in Fractions (Add, Subtract, Multiply, Divide)
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3 Math Manipulatives for Elementary Math Lessons in Fractions (Add, Subtract, Multiply, Divide)

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @lisahoughton-luongo2373
    @lisahoughton-luongo2373 2 дні тому

    5th please

  • @michaelstephenson6523
    @michaelstephenson6523 3 дні тому

    How do I setup my 3rd grade class math centers? 19:44

  • @PaulaSchirmer
    @PaulaSchirmer 9 днів тому

    Accountability for quality work is my issue.

  • @NancyJurgens
    @NancyJurgens 10 днів тому

    do you have this for kindergarten/first grade?

  • @tsanders7166
    @tsanders7166 16 днів тому

    Thanks, this looks great!

  • @markmoeller5426
    @markmoeller5426 19 днів тому

    Hi April, I noticed most of your resources begin with 2nd grade. Could you apply to first grade also?

    • @AprilSmith
      @AprilSmith 18 днів тому

      Hi Mark! I have a great training for k-1 teachers, it’s just not on UA-cam. Here’s the link: www.simplifywriting.com/the-science-of-writing-live

  • @markmoeller5426
    @markmoeller5426 19 днів тому

    Getting started!

  • @MarissaWalsh-mp1wn
    @MarissaWalsh-mp1wn Місяць тому

    This is so cool!! Thanks for sharing!

  • @jessiemadanat5455
    @jessiemadanat5455 Місяць тому

    This is excellent for homeschoolers thank you