Here are some response questions I use for SSR. These questions are designed to be concise and straightforward while encouraging students to reflect on and engage with what they’ve read. I provide students with a different question each day after they’ve finished reading. Here is an explanation video on Sustained Silence Reading Worksheet: More reading activities here: Donate Here:
Read More
I love giving students space to experiment with words. Here is a tweet on the subject: The following activity is designed to give students space to EXPERIMENT with an assortment of adjectives. I hope it helps! Here is a video on experimentation and writing: More Writing Challenges Here: Donate here:
Read More
Here is one of my favorite speeches ever. I hope it helps! Video Analysis: Worksheet: Additional activity: Donate Here:
Read More
Each of my classes includes at least 20 minutes of “focused silence.” To help students understand the purpose of this practice, I provide them with a detailed explanation. It also includes a writing response, allowing them to reflect and develop their own strategies for making the most of “focused silence.” This is one of my many reflective writing prompts from my MODERN MASTERY series. Worksheet More writing activities here: Donate here:
Read More
Worksheet: Donate here:
Read More
Students need to learn how to focus. They need to understand the importance of focus. They need to see then purpose of building the habit of focus. They need to connect how focus is going to help them achieve their dreams. Here is a writing task on focus. I’ve also included an exit ticket that can be used at the end of any lesson. The goal of the exit ticket is simple: repeat, repeat and […]
Read MoreEvery worksheet, video, and activity here is created with care—because educators deserve free, high-quality materials.
If these resources saved you time or brought joy to your classroom, please consider a small donation. It helps cover hosting, creation, and keeps everything free for teachers.
Even $5 makes a difference.
💛 Thank you for helping us support those who shape the next generation.
