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October Read Alouds and Writing Prompts

A chill is in the air and it’s a great time to dust off your favorite October read alouds! Here are a few of my favorite pumpkin-themed stories, along with a couple of slightly spooky options for those of you celebrating Halloween with your classes. You’ll also find a link to receive free printable writing […]

Filed Under: ELA, Favorite Read Alouds, Holiday Fun, Writing Prompts 5 Comments

Fun Ideas for Teaching Adjectives in October

The leaves are changing colors, you’re feeling the crisp fall air, and Halloween is just around the corner – which means your students might be having a bit of a hard time focusing on your adjective lesson! Fortunately, I’ve got some fun ideas for teaching adjectives and descriptive writing that are just right for October. […]

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