Those first five minutes can make or break the tone of your class. You need classroom icebreaker activities that are quick, low-risk, and genuinely engaging—without hours of prep or awkward silence. Maybe your group is a mix of shy and talkative students, maybe you’re juggling large classes, limited space, or a hybrid setup. You want […]
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Grammar Notes: Rules of the Verb “To Be” The verb “to be” shows a state of being or existence. It changes form depending on the subject and the tense. ✅ Present Simple Forms Subject Form Example I am I am a teacher. You are You are my friend. He / She / It is
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Students will review 15 key literary devices in a creative, high-energy classroom competition modeled after Taskmaster. Materials Needed: Whiteboard and markers Envelopes or cards with each literary device written inside Props (simple classroom objects like paper, markers, random items for creative tasks) Scoring sheet Optional: silly hat, wig, or crown for the “Taskmaster” Lesson
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1. Silent Reading – 15 Minutes As always, begin class with 15 minutes of silent reading time. Encourage students to continue their independent reading novels and to look for strong examples of characterization, conflict, and theme as they read. This primes their thinking for today’s review activity. 2. Read the Short Story, Gore Get
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