Elly Elementary

"Aunt Flossie's Hat & Crab Cakes Too" is a heartwarming children's book written by Elizabeth Fitzgerald Howard and illustrated by James Ransome. The story unfolds through the eyes of two young sisters as they visit their beloved Aunt Flossie's home...

SWSBT, which stands for "Someone-Wanted-But-So-Then," is a strategy used for summarizing information, particularly in the context of retelling stories or explaining historical events. It encourages concise summarization by structuring the summary into...

In this reading and writing unit of study, students will dive into the whimsical world of "Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend" by Dan Santat. This picture book celebrates imagination, friendship, and the power of believing in the extraordinary. Through a...

My Great-Aunt Arizona by Gloria Houston is a captivating tale set in the Appalachian Mountains, chronicling the inspirational journey of Margaret and her wise great-aunt, Arizona. Amidst the challenges of a time when education is scarce, Arizona...

Templates are valuable tools that can be employed year-round to enhance various academic skills such as note-taking, research, and brainstorming. A comprehensive note-taking template encourages students to organize and synthesize information effectively,...

A Fine, Fine School (by Sharon Creech): Reading/Writing Unit & Math Extension is a comprehensive and engaging educational program designed for 3rd-grade students, part of the Journeys curriculum. The unit revolves around the captivating story of...

Place value is an essential concept in mathematics that helps us understand the value of digits in a number based on their position. In second grade, students begin to explore place value by recognizing that each digit in a number has a specific place...

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Chicken Sunday by Patricia Polacco is a captivating children's book that combines engaging storytelling with valuable lessons about friendship, forgiveness, and cultural understanding. Set in a diverse neighborhood, the story follows three young...

During the "First Days of School" unit, the focus is on creating an engaging and welcoming atmosphere for students as they embark on a new school year. The activities are designed to foster positive relationships, build a sense of community, and...

It’s always fun, exciting and even a little nerve wracking to start the school year. We often lose sleep thinking of ways to start the year off “perfectly”.   "Start the School Year Right: All-Inclusive Teacher's Guide" is an...

In the reading and writing lessons unit based on "Secret Knowledge of Grown-Ups" by David Wisniewski, students embark on an engaging journey exploring the hidden truths and absurd explanations fabricated by adults. Through close reading and critical...