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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

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

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

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

If you're bored, your students are too. When we know more about them as readers, we can meet them where they are and equip them with the tools they need to grow into well-rounded readers. This inventory is perfect for gauging student interests, figuring out if they are reading at home, learning about their experiences with literacy, and developing an idea for which genres they have spent the most time in. Knowing about students in this way gives them some buy-in toward their education and

Should students be rewarded for attendance?Let's here it from them! Are you looking for a way to engage students in real conversations about real problems they face? This Google Slides project will do just that as it prompts students to think about and discuss the reasoning for and against rewarding attendance in schools: virtually and in person. This resource includes: free resources on the webcollaborative roleschoice board options for all styles of learningvocabulary engagementreal world prom

Reading with a buddy can be so much fun! As the teacher, make sure your students are getting the most out of their time reading with friends with these FREE accountability "check" cards. Students will be challenged to retell important elements of their reading and listen for comprehension. Just print on card stock and cut! Include all students and even send home for parents to engage in reading with their child in English and Spanish.