Students read The Witch of Blackbird Pond, and write a friendly letter to Elizabeth George Speare, the author, discussing their points of interest in the novel with her.

Students listen as the teacher reads a story. Pictures are displayed as the teacher reads the story. Students jot down ideas for the story ending, and create an illustration to compliment their story. Student story endings and...

Learners understand the importance of punctuation in a sentence. In this codes lesson, students write a pen pal letter using codes for the punctuation. Learners send a key to break the code if needed.

Sixth graders interview Veterans or role play to answer who, what, where, when questions. In this Veteran's Day questioning activity, 6th graders learn about the events in the military service of veterans. Students may simulate...

This lesson plan focuses on recognizing and demonstrating the standard use of apostrophes when using both singular and plural. It also provides a practice exercise.

This instructional activity focuses on recognizing and demonstrating the standard uses of apostrophes including in possessives, contractions, acronyms, and numbers. It also provides a practice activity.