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Why Your Writing Prompts Are Falling Flat (And How to Fix It)

Why Your Writing Prompts Are Falling Flat (And How to Fix It)

Writing instruction often begins with a prompt. Teachers introduce a topic, explain the task, and ask students to begin writing. While some...

Meryma Learning 27 Mar, 2026
Is Your Student Reading or Just Guessing? How to Break the Habit

Is Your Student Reading or Just Guessing? How to Break the Habit

In upper elementary classrooms, some students appear to be reading, but they rely heavily on guessing. They may look at the first letter of...

Meryma Learning 26 Mar, 2026
Why Moving Around the Classroom Is Your Best Management Strategy

Why Moving Around the Classroom Is Your Best Management Strategy

In upper elementary classrooms, small behaviors can quickly turn into larger disruptions. A student may start talking quietly, lose focus, ...

Meryma Learning 25 Mar, 2026
How Teacher Positivity Creates a Safe Learning Space for Students

How Teacher Positivity Creates a Safe Learning Space for Students

Teaching is a demanding profession. There are lessons to plan , assessments to review, and responsibilities that fill each day. With so man...

Meryma Learning 24 Mar, 2026
Adaptation Is a Strength: Why Flexibility Is Your Best Teaching Tool
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Adaptation Is a Strength: Why Flexibility Is Your Best Teaching Tool

Teaching often begins with a plan. Lessons are prepared , activities are organized, and objectives are clearly defined. Teachers enter the ...

Meryma Learning 23 Mar, 2026
3 Reasons Timelines Help Students Understand Cause and Effect

3 Reasons Timelines Help Students Understand Cause and Effect

Cause and effect is an important concept in social studies , but many upper elementary students find it challenging. Students may remember ...

Meryma Learning 22 Mar, 2026
Stop Recreating the Wheel: How Templates Save Teachers Hours Every Week

Stop Recreating the Wheel: How Templates Save Teachers Hours Every Week

Teaching involves constant preparation. Lessons , worksheets, emails , slides, and classroom routines all require time and planning. Many te...

Meryma Learning 21 Mar, 2026
3 Reasons Peer Editing Fails and How to Fix It

3 Reasons Peer Editing Fails and How to Fix It

Peer editing is a common part of writing instruction. Students exchange their work, read a classmate’s writing, and are asked to give feedb...

Meryma Learning 20 Mar, 2026
4 Benefits of Reading Aloud Complex Texts in Upper Elementary

4 Benefits of Reading Aloud Complex Texts in Upper Elementary

As students move into upper elementary, reading instruction often shifts. Students are expected to read more independently , work through l...

Meryma Learning 19 Mar, 2026
Students Calling Out in Class? Teach Wait Time in Upper Elementary

Students Calling Out in Class? Teach Wait Time in Upper Elementary

Calling out is a common challenge in upper elementary classrooms. Students may interrupt, shout answers without raising their hands, or spea...

Meryma Learning 18 Mar, 2026

What Teachers Are Saying

McKenna B.

Grades taught: 6th, 7th, 8th

I absolutely loved this resource! It gave my students a better understanding as well as gave them independence to answer questions on their own!

Polar and Arctic Animals Unit 

Jehann Kazem

Grades taught: 4th

This was great for my students to use during hispanic heritage month and either color their own country or learn more about ones they were interested in!

Spanish-Speaking Countries Flag Coloring Sheets

Lisa B.

Grades taught: 2nd

Thank you for giving me so many activities to have right at my fingertips!

Penguin Reading Comprehension Activities

Beth D.

Grades taught: 6th

We traced these onto plastic clear sheets and put paper frames around them and hung them up for our Veteran's Day program. They looked great hanging in the front windows of our school as the veterans came in!

Veterans Day Thank You Cards

Kelly M.

Grades taught: 4th, 5th

This was a great resorce to use for adaptive learning in the classroom. very useful. much appreciated.

Caribou Reading Comprehension Activities

Donna C.

Grades taught: 3rd, 4th

My students love reading these affirmations that are displayed at my calming corner. They make for a beautiful decoration in the classroom.

Neutral Boho Affirmation Station Classroom Decor

Luisa F.

Grades taught: 3rd, 4th, 5th

Very cute, simple, and perfect for all organizing needs!

Modern Calm Neutral Boho Teacher Toolbox Labels

Makayla B.

Grades taught: 4th

It was very easily editable and it was a good resource to share with parents.

Neutral Boho Meet The Teacher Template

Tina C.

Grades taught: 4th

I wanted something fun for my students to do on April Fool's Day with little prep. This resource was perfect.

April Fools Day Activities

Eleanor G.

Grades taught: 3rd

This resource was used to help my students learn about the Trail of Tears. They were able to use these to work in small groups and make presentations to the class. They really loved this project!

Native American Tribes Research Projects & Posters

Carmen T.

Grades taught: 5th

It did not take much time to prepare this resource. Students were fully engaged and they loved using this resource.

International Women's Day Pack

Leslie W.

Grades taught: 3rd

This was to the point for my math students. They found it interesting and it led to their independent findings about Pi Day.

Pi Day Reading Comprehension Passage

Brittany S.

Grades taught: 4th

This was the first lesson I had my student teacher tackle on her own! Thanks to this packet, she felt successful as a teacher, and the kids enjoyed it as well.

Black History Month What Is It?

Emily M.

Grades taught: 8th

This was great for our morning work as the kids arrived for the day. I let students pick which individual they wanted to read about, and they loved having the choice.

Black History Month Biography Reading Passages & Posters

Brittney T.

Grades taught: 3rd, 4th, 5th

Great additional resource to add to my students learning for Native American month.

Native American Heritage Month Coloring Pages

Trisha G.

Grades taught: 1st

Love using these to teach about Spanish speaking countries.

Spanish-Speaking Countries Flag Coloring Sheets

Dyamond D.

Grades taught: 2nd

These research templates were a fantastic tool for Native American Heritage! They helped my students organize their information clearly and made the research process manageable and engaging. The templates are student-friendly and supported my class in learning more deeply about different tribes. A valuable resource for teaching history with structure and purpose!

Native American Tribes Research Templates

Andrea S.

Grades taught: 7th

This activity was very engaging with my students!!

Spanish-Speaking Countries Flag Coloring Sheets

Paris B.

Grades taught: 3rd

Very thoughtful resource with great materials included. My students really liked reading about this.

Penguin Reading Comprehension Activities

Jacqueline O.

Grades taught: 3rd

Students enjoyed the resource. It was fun to read and engaging.

Penguin Reading Comprehension Activities

Jessica M.

Grades taught: 5th

Great resource to learn about Native American culture and lifestyles.

Native American Heritage Month What Is It?

Vicky S.

Grades taught: 6th

A great way to reinforce vocabulary and concepts Thank you.

Earth Day Word Search Puzzle

Andrea L.

Grades taught: 6th, 7th

This was an excellent resource for my 6th and 7th grade manners class.

Flag Day Reading Comprehension Passages

Robin H.

Grades taught: 4th

I highly recommend this educational product to fellow 4th-grade teachers. It has not only enhanced the quality of education in my classroom but has also made the learning journey an exciting and fulfilling experience for my students. Kudos to the creators for developing such an exceptional tool that truly empowers both teachers and students!

Black History Month What Is It?