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Most students are not strong in their ability to restate a question even when they have the right answer to share. Restating the question is an important skill because it can help improve students reading and writing. The ability to restate the question is an especially important skill for language learners who may not have as much exposure to what an answer that restates the question sounds like in English. Whether in person or learning virtually, this digital resource can work in any learn

Are you constantly scribbling on the nearest paper scrap, trying to remember conversations you had with families? Do you need to log contact with families during distance learning and in general?This is the perfect resource for you! I created this resource with a busy, on-the-go teacher in mind. Created in Google Sheets, this communication log can be accessed from nearly any device where you are able to log into your Google account, making it easy to log interactions from anywhere at any time.

Describing picture scenes can be so much fun as a language development activity! Your students' will be so engaged with describing picture scenes through ESL activities speaking and oral language activity. MLs will especially enjoy the cards and topics for esl conversation. This resource is based on a PWIM model of language learning and includes PWIM posters and lesson plans with additional activity for language development.If your goal is to build language with early and emergent language

Labels in Spanish can immerse your multilingual learners (ESL, ENL) in a prin-rich environment. These labels in Spanish have English vocabulary listed and each have a picture of a classroom item or place. Use these labels to identify objects, write around the room, conduct scavenger hunts, translate and interpret for newcomer students, and build the connection between spoken and written language. Take language learning beyond labels in Spanish with the describing picture scenes My Classroom

Winter words can be so much fun with ESL students! Your students' will be so engaged with winter vocabulary through ESL activities for speaking and winter activities worksheets. This resource is based on a PWIM model of language learning and includes PWIM posters and lesson plans with additional language development activities.If your goal is to build language with early and emergent language learners, check out the describing picture scenes classroom theme pack. Continue the learning with

Spring words can be so much fun with ESL students! Your students' will be so engaged with spring vocabulary through ESL activities speaking and oral language activity. MLs will especially enjoy the cards and topics for esl conversation. This resource is based on a PWIM model of language learning and includes PWIM posters and lesson plans with additional activity for language development.If your goal is to build language with early and emergent language learners, check out the describing pi

Teaching online can be difficult when choosing an assessment. Assessments are so important because they help us see growth and provide a basis for instruction. This set is perfect for assessing kindergarten and ESL newcomers or early/emergent learners. This resource comes with ten different assessments to administer to emergent and early learners throughout the year, measuring growth in foundational literacy and numeracy skills. This assessment should be administered 1:1 with screen shar

Describing picture scenes is the perfect language development activity if you need to teach all language domains in a short amount of time. This My Classroom thematic unit includes 10 days of activities that take 10-20 minutes of instructional time depending on your students levels. Through this unit students will access all five language domains (listening, speaking, reading, writing, and visual literacy) through scribing picture scenes. Help teach ELLs about their classroom vocabulary an

Introducing Phoneme Blending and Segmenting of CVC Words activities, designed to help children improve their reading and phonics skills! Phoneme Blending and Segmenting of CVC Words activities is a fun and interactive way for young learners to practice blending and segmenting CVC (consonant-vowel-consonant) words. Through a series of engaging activities and games, children will learn to identify individual phonemes (sounds) in words and blend them together to form complete words. With unique

Fall vocabulary can be so much fun with ESL students! Your students' will be so engaged with fall vocabulary through describing picture scenes and fall activities worksheets. This resource is based on a PWIM model of language learning and includes PWIM posters and lesson plans with additional language development activities. If your goal is to build language with early and emergent language learners, check out the describing picture scenes classroom theme pack. Continue the learning wit

If you work with special populations, you must know instructional and assessment accommodations for ELLs at the drop of a hat! You will want to implement these class rosters in your building to streamline information and get everyone what they need. Click here for a video preview These class rosters house multiple data points to help make decisions about assessment accommodations for ELLs as the year progresses. The sheet can be printed to use as a hard copy or shared through Google Apps wit

Describing Characters can be so confusing for ESL and multilingual students! Your students' will be gain clarity with this describing characters anchor chart. This resource is based on differentiating through visual scaffolds. Including examples for physical traits, feelings, and physical attributes students will better understand vocabulary related to describing characters and have a reference before, during, and after reading. Students can see the difference between character traits good a

Do your students have no clue how to use Google Slides? Do you need help with Google Slides too? This Google Slide assignment present students with five challenges which can be assigned through the Google Classroom. Whether the goal is to virtually learn or refresh their memory your students will practice five basic tasks including: inserting textinserting an imagemasking an image as a shapehighlighting textcircling text and imagesEach challenge includes an embedded video modeling how to compl

Google Meet icons will be your saving grace whether you are online or want to start preparing your students with procedures while still in the classroom. Students NEED to learn how to navigate the tech platforms we choose. This is SO important, especially when describing which icons you want them to select while distance learning. I have created these google meet icons as visual cue cards to be used during video meets for l ive and recorded lessons. Simply print, cut, and laminate! Icons f

Everything you need to reach your dual language families in both English and Spanish! This bundle is perfect for starting the year or as you gain new students along the way. Build relationships with families and students through each resources unique purpose. PostcardsUse these postcards year round to send positive notes, happy mail, or to simply introduce yourself. There are 7 quotes and 8 grade groups included. Google Forms Family SurveyGain information about literacy, language, culture, and

Are you curious about how to better incorporate their culture into your classroom? Do you wonder about the dynamics of your students' home lives? This survey is a great way to get to know your students, families, language, and cultural background from the start! I believe we can teach at our best when we plan for our students. In order to plan for our students we HAVE to really know them. If your school/districts uses a texting app or e-mail service, the survey can be sent directly to families'

Are your students always early to meetings?Are you looking for a way to prep for your next meet, but still set the objectives and have students prepared on time?This product was made for YOU!These slides were designed to prepare you and your students in the most efficient way possible. Before the meet even begins students have the opportunity to join the meet, read the objectives, gather supplies, and even read a fun joke of the day to set a positive tone before you even turn on your camera.

Whether students are learning online or in person, I know how important it is to teach phonics and word work. Teaching phonics and word work helps students become better readers and writers, and this resource equips students to manipulate language while exploring the change of a simple letter resulting in a whole new meaning. Use the digital resource for modeling, interactive board activities, distance learning, or for at home practice. The print resource has a similar layout, so no matter wh

Do you have students and families who speak Spanish and English in your class?If so, these postcards are perfect for you! I strongly believe that the first interactions with families, regardless of language, should be positive. During these "virtual" times, it is important now more than ever to let our families know we are here for them. In this product I have included: 7 English postcard quotes7 Spanish postcard quotes8 grade group (Pre-K through 6th) postcards in English8 grade group (Pre-K

How to organize notebooks can be a challenge with elementary ESL students. Your students' will be able to engage quickly and focus on activities with this notebook organization scaffold. This resource is based on a an interactive notebook model and includes visuals, divider tabs, and fun clipart.If your goal is to provide esl review activities with early and emergent language learners, check out the describing picture scenes bundle to add content to your language learning notebooks. Continue