Write & Discuss is awesome, y’all! I’ve been doing it forever with my little darlings, but I didn’t know it … More
Category: Tools and Tricks
Free PD Opportunity and the secret to not getting sick!
Hola amigos, 2 things for you this morning: In collaboration with the University of Illinois, I’ll be doing a FREE … More
After the game is over…give ’em even more input!
I’ve discovered the secret ingredient to make any game fun…it’s luck. Maybe it’s because we live in the state of … More
Student Suggestions: 7 ways to pick
Is he tall or microscopic? Where does he live? Why is he so sad? Whether you’re working on a One … More
Back to School Resources
It’s August 1 and that means Back to School is just around the corner! The Walmarts are all decked out … More
Break up that block period!
I’ve taught on a block schedule for 12 years and I love it! If you’re starting out with a block … More
Classroom Tour
It’s the end of the year and I’m straightening up and jotting down notes before I leave for summer break. … More
How do you know if you’re comprehensible?
We know that Comprehensible Input is the essential ingredient for language acquisition. But how do you know you’re being comprehensible? … More
CI Magic
Who didn’t love their Magic 8 Ball back in the day? Dust it off for LOADS of CI! We use … More
Partner up!
Here’s a fun way to quickly pair students for activities, AND it exposes them more vocabulary without any effort at … More
