16 Things I’ve Learned from 16 Years of Teaching
Published: Sun, 04/16/17
Dear Educator,While I am the classroom teacher, every year I learn more and more from my students. Here are some essential take aways from my time in…
Mrs. Beers Language Arts
Blog updates and the latest language arts resources from Mrs. Beers ELA Classroom.
Paired Text Essays and Peer Feedback!
Published: Sun, 03/05/17
Dear Educator,Sometimes my best teaching ideas come to me at the most unlikely times...on a run or in the shower. Here are a few ways I have made the…
Close Reading Teaching Tips
Published: Mon, 02/06/17
Dear Educator,I hope your week is off to a great start. As my students navigate more comple te t, we are busy with close reading strategies. Take a…
New Year’s Classroom Ideas for BIG KIDS
Published: Sun, 01/01/17
Dear Educator,Happy New Year! I know you have enjoyed your MUCH NEEDED break! To make your return to the classroom most productive, take a peek at my…
ELA literature circles...and my favorite classroom party game!
Published: Sun, 11/27/16
Dear Educator,With the holidays upon us, I wanted to share how I make the most of my instructional time during this festive and high-spirited time of…
Veteran's Day Ideas, Book Projects, And More!
Published: Sun, 11/06/16
Dear Educator,November has arrived! I hope conferences were seamless and you are looking forward to all that this month has to offer, specifically…
Student-Led Conference Strategies
Published: Sun, 10/02/16
Dear Educator,School conference season has arrived and I have a few tips below for those of you e perimenting with student-led conferences. As you'll…
Sub Planning Made Easy, Parent Inventory FREEBIE, and Juggling it ALL!
Published: Mon, 09/05/16
Dear Educator,It has been an e citing start to the school year as I have officially headed back to the classroom. While there have been challenges,…
Back to School Made Easy!
Published: Mon, 08/01/16
Dear Educator,As you gear up for the 2016-2017 school year, here are some ideas to get you inspired and prepared.All the best,Erin Back to School Made…
Swim, Swing, Slide or Drag Yourself into Summer!
Published: Sun, 06/05/16
Dear Educator,I hope you have wrapped up your school year or are gearing up to close out your last weeks with your students. What an accomplishment to…