English Language Arts
Explore and share tips, strategies, and resources for helping students develop in English language arts.
3 Super Engaging Ways to Integrate Technology Into Lessons for Young Readers
Early elementary teachers can use robots and apps to develop literacy skills and boost students’ interest in reading.11814 Myths About Evidence-Based Literacy Instruction in the Early Grades
A look at a few common misconceptions, plus tips on effective practices for teaching young students to read.9870Tips for Improving Vocabulary Instruction in Middle School
These strategies go beyond flash cards to help students learn new terms and apply them in novel contexts.1121Centering Classroom Values in Peer Writing Workshops
By structuring peer feedback processes with intention, teachers can help students develop reflection and communication skills.107Deepening Academic Understanding With Tangible Experiences
By providing middle school students a chance to walk in someone else’s shoes, teachers can help them develop empathy—and a stronger connection to content.804Building Problem-Solving Skills Through ‘Speed Dating’
When students solve each other’s problems, they gain confidence in their own skills and witness the power of collaboration in real time.755How Poetry Supports Emotional Intelligence
Teaching poetry can be an effective way to encourage students to thoughtfully consider their experiences and build connections with their peers.1502Making In-Class Reading More Engaging in Middle and High School
Deep thinking and active collaboration aren’t mutually exclusive. These strategies extend silent reading by centering student engagement.152.2kUsing Movement to Teach Vocabulary
When students explore new words through movement, they understand them better, retain them longer, and feel more empowered to use them.9.4k
5 Ways to Support Students Who Struggle With Reading Comprehension
These strategies can help students who are able to decode well but have difficulty understanding what they read—and they’re beneficial for all students.47k
4 Reading Strategies to Retire This Year (Plus 6 to Try Out!)
A look at a few popular literacy practices that shouldn’t make the cut—along with fresh strategies that experienced teachers and literacy experts recommend instead.27k3 Great Discussion Models for High School English
These models move beyond Socratic seminars to provide students with authentic, engaging class discussions.500
Reading Aloud to Middle School Students
Hearing books read aloud benefits older students, enhancing language arts instruction and building a community of readers.45.4k25 Essential High School Reads From the Last Decade
We asked members of our community to share recently published novels they would love to have read in high school. Here are your top picks.11.7kA Culturally Responsive Approach to Teaching the Alphabet
Students get excited about phonics when educators teach the alphabet alongside art, citizenship, and explorations of culture.709
