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February 23, 2021
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How to Teach Prepositional Phrases—Free Activity

Prepositions, despite seeming confusing and complex to students, are actually some of the most commonly used words in the English language and are an important steppingstone in developing students’ descriptive writing! Prepositions have a lot of different functions, such as … Continue reading

Daily Practice and Morning Work Solutions

August 15, 2018
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No-Prep Daily Practice Activities

Morning work has become the staple lesson plan in many elementary classrooms. The short, focused lessons help transition students into the classroom environment while giving them appropriate review and practice. Morning work should be purposeful, manageable, and relevant. It should … Continue reading

Grammar Games

February 20, 2018
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Grammar Games and Center Activities

The best method for building grammar and punctuation skills in students’ writing is with repeated exposure throughout the school year. Improve students’ vocabulary, grammar, capitalization, and punctuation with a mixture of interactive games and language review lessons sprinkled into your … Continue reading

February 15, 2018
by Evan-Moor
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Grammar and Punctuation Skills Made Easy for Homeschool

When it comes to teaching proper usage of the English language, including grammar and punctuation, many homeschoolers depend on a combination of two methods: Teach the rules of grammar and usage Review and practice language skills Teach the rules of … Continue reading

Homeschool Language Arts Curriculum

November 8, 2016
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A Simple 3-Step Method to Build a Homeschool Language Arts Curriculum

I have been a fan of Evan-Moor since I started teaching first grade in 1995. Now, Evan-Moor is my favorite publisher to use when homeschooling my own kids! Evan-Moor is perfect for homeschooling kids of all abilities with all subjects. … Continue reading

September 27, 2016
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A Lesson A Day Keeps Grammar Groans Away

When I was a first-year teacher, a very dear veteran teacher bought me Evan-Moor’s Daily Language Review. After glancing over my students’ writing wall (…sigh), she surprised me with the new book. I’m forever grateful for her kindness! The quick … Continue reading

cross curricular morning work

October 22, 2015
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One Teacher’s Story: My Morning Routine

This year I entered a new grade level and wasn’t sure what it was going to bring. I felt just like a student on my first day, that anxious butterfly feeling, not know what the day would hold for me. … Continue reading

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