Figurative Language: Anchor Chart & Lesson Plan for Your Elementary Classroom!
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Figurative Language: Anchor Chart & Lesson Plan for Your Elementary Classroom!

So, you're rockin' the upper elementary teaching scene, and you might be wondering, "Why dive into the magical world of figurative language with my awesome students?" Well, grab a cup of coffee and let's chat about why teaching metaphors, similes, and all that jazz is a game-changer!

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How to Stop “Fake Reading” in Your Elementary Classroom
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How to Stop “Fake Reading” in Your Elementary Classroom

We all know that feeling. We are in the middle of a small group reading lesson and it is going so well!! Then, we look up to see one of our reluctant readers simply flipping through the pages, instead of reading closely. This common reading behavior can be monitored and addressed using these simple strategies that can be adapted for any classroom!

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