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19 Activity Ideas For Precise Proofreading 

February 9, 2023 //  by  Rebecca Przy

Proofreading and editing are important parts of the writing process. When I start writing something, my initial priority is the content. I save the finetuning of spelling, punctuation, and grammar for the final stages. Proofreading is key for this!

As your students begin learning how to write; from journal entries to essays, incorporating proofreading is a crucial component for clear and effective writing. Here are 19 activity ideas for students of all ages to practice their proofreading skills!

1. Daily Proofreading Practice (K – Grade 2)

The more your students practice, the better their proofreading abilities will be. Here are some pre-made writing slips which will encourage younger students to practice their capitalization, spelling, punctuation, and grammar rules.

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2. Sentence Experts (Grades 1 – 3)

Online games can be a great way for your students to have fun practicing their language skills at home. This activity involves sentence-level editing. Your students can drag and drop the characters to correct the errors.

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3. Editing Passages: Whole Class Activity (Grades 1 – 6)

Here’s a great editing practice for the whole class. The goal is to identify mistakes in a written passage on the board. You can throw a ball to a student who must identify an error within a given time limit. If they cannot, a new student tries.

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4. Proofreading: Basketball (Grades 2 – 4)

Do any of your students like basketball? Choosing stories with topics that your students are interested in can make the editing process that much more enjoyable. Through proofreading this story, your students can also learn how to use the correct proofreading symbols.

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5. Proofreading: The Beach (Grades 2 – 4)

If your students aren’t big into basketball, you could try this passage about the beach. These short paragraphs make excellent proofreading practice for younger elementary students.

6. Proofreading Cards (Grades 3 – 5)

This proofreading activity includes 20 cards with different spelling or grammar errors. Your students can examine the sentences, record their corrections on the answer sheet, and then compare them with their peers!

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7. Irregular Verbs: My Journey to Manchester (Grade 3 – 5)

This passage about a train journey contains a variety of errors regarding verb tense. Through this worksheet, learners can practice identifying these errors and correcting them. Should it be past or present tense?

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8. Irregular Verbs: A Sightseeing Holiday in Paris (Grades 3 – 5)

Here’s another flawed piece of writing that your students could use to develop their verb tense understanding. Their writing could improve by using these editing worksheets and remembering to use the correct verb forms.

9. Paragraph Proofreading (Grades 4 – 6)

Here are some engaging writing pieces for upper elementary students. Your students can try reading through these paragraphs while checking for various mistakes, including comma errors, capitalization errors, and others. Each passage includes an editing checklist!

Learn More: The Butterfly Teacher

10. Extreme Sentence Surgeons (Grades 4 – 6)

This is a surgery-style online game that gets your students to rescue and fix the severely “injured” paragraphs. The paragraphs are ridden with many common and glaring errors. Are your students’ editing skills keen enough to help?

11. Musical Papers: Peer Editing Activity (Grades 5 – 9)

You’ve probably heard of musical chairs, but what about musical papers? Students walk around each others’ tables while music is playing. Once the music stops, your students can stop and edit the work at the nearest desk. Each round can involve different aspects of proofreading.

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12. Spell Checker Worksheet (Grades 6 – 8)

Incorrect spelling is such a common error in my students’ writing. Practicing spelling can improve your students’ editing skills and make for a more efficient writing process. These worksheets contain a mix of correct and incorrect commonly misspelled words for your students to correct.

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13. Proofread Celebrity Social Media (Grade 6 – 9)

It might be more fun to practice proofreading using a celebrity’s casual social media posts versus more formal writing. In this activity, your students can correct and re-write the social media posts. Then, they can provide the reasoning behind their edits.

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14. Proofread Music Lyrics (Grades 7 – 10)

Like social media posts, the music that these celebrities make can also contain various grammatical errors. Similar to the last activity, your students can revise the lyrics and then explain their revisions.

15. Grammar Bell Ringer (Grade 9 – 12)

Bell ringers can make a great class transition activity for older kids who are juggling multiple courses in a day. This 10-minute activity consists of sentences with a variety of errors that your students can try to fix.

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16. Language Arts Bell Ringers (Grade 9 – 12)

You can download this free 4-week set of language arts bell ringers for your secondary students. The Monday bell ringers are most relevant to proofreading as your students would have to correct the errors in a piece of writing. 

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17. Paragraph Correction

This resource has a list of free paragraph correction worksheets for beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. The passages contain many kinds of errors, including grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors for your students to practice proofreading.

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18. COPS Checklist

Editing checklist tools can be great for detecting a variety of errors before your students submit their final draft of writing. This checklist looks for correct capitalization, proper organization, punctuation errors, and spelling errors (COPS). 

19. More Checklists

These additional editing checklists can be used to evaluate the content of more specific types of writing, such as narrative or persuasive writing. This bundled resource also includes basic spelling, grammar, and punctuation checklists.

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Proofreading Editing Worksheets

Printable proofreading worksheets for building grammar, spelling, and writing skills. Each file has a short paragraph on it. Students read carefully and look for errors in capitalization, spelling, and punctuation.

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Correct the errors in the sentences. This series can be used as a daily or weekly review, or use the individual worksheets for extra practice.

These worksheets feature practice with periods, question marks, exclamation points, commas, and quotation marks.

Worksheets for sentences, nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, pronouns, and more.

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Editing and Proofing Worksheets

A vital skill for young writers is to be able to revise and edit their writing. Recognizing an error in spelling, punctuation, grammar, and word usage takes some practice. The worksheets listed below give your student this important practice. You may use them for free in your classroom or at home. To read more about them or to download a printable PDF, simply click on the title. Check out all of our writing worksheets !

Make the Spelling Corrections

Encourage your students to look for spelling corrections with this “Correcting, Proofing, and Editing” worksheet.

Correct It!

Use this “Correcting, Proofing, and Editing” activity to teach your students the importance of proofreading by correcting spelling mistakes.

Correct the Paragraph

Have your students proofread and correct paragraphs with this helpful editing worksheet.

Correct the Spelling

Teaching your students to correct spelling is made easier with this helpful, printable writing activity.

Correcting Mistakes: Rewrite the Sentences

Encourage your students to check for sentence mistakes with this “Rewrite the Sentences” classroom activity.

Spot It: Unnecessary Words

Practice identifying unnecessary words with this printable worksheet on editing and proofing. Students will be asked to read through a series of sentences and circle the ones that contain unnecessary words. This activity is great for use both at home and in the classroom.

Spot It! Faulty Coordination

Help your students with their reading and writing skills by using this printable activity in class. With this worksheet on editing and proofing, students will be asked to read through ten sentences and identify the ones that contain faulty coordination. Ideal for 5th – 8th grade, but can be used where appropriate.

Correcting Mistakes in Sentences

Use these printable learning materials to teach your students how to correct sentence mistakes.

Editing and Proofing a Paragraph

Your students will further their editing and proofing skills by correcting a paragraph in this printable classroom worksheet.

Find the Misplaced Modifiers

See if you can identify the other misplaced modifiers in this printable grammar worksheet. This grammar activity for middle school students is great for improving reading and writing skills. While it is ideal for 7th – 9th grade, it can be used where needed. This misplaced modifiers activity is perfect for both parents and teachers to use in the classroom or at home.

Spelling: What’s Wrong, and What’s Right?

Your students will learn the difference between right and wrong in spelling with this “Proofing and Editing” worksheet.

Spot it! Which Are Grammatically Correct?

With this printable worksheet on editing and proofing, students will be asked to circle the number of the sentence that is grammatically correct. Ideal for 6th – 12th grade students, but can be used where needed.

Correct Spelling: Right or Wrong

In this “Right or Wrong” classroom activity, your students will correct spelling mistakes while proofreading the sentences on this worksheet.

Find It! Faulty Parallel Construction

Practice recognizing faulty parallel construction by completing this printable worksheet. This activity focuses on refining editing and proofing skills. It is ideal for high school students, but can be used where appropriate. Because it is made easy to print, this worksheet is great for use both at home and in the classroom by parents, teachers, or students. Click the link below to download and print the worksheet to get started.

Paragraph: Proofing and Editing

Use this “Printable Writing Worksheet” to help get in the routine of proofing and editing.

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Proofreading Exercises

Learn how to proofread by working through our library of proofreading exercises.

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In a digital world, it’s more important than ever to make sure your communications are error-free – you don’t want to be responsible for a press release that goes viral because of an awkward misspelling.

That’s why we’ve put together this collection of proofreading exercises to test your skills. Work your way up through the difficulty levels until you feel confident that you’ve mastered the required proofreading skills.

Download each exercise PDF to get started, then print it out or copy-paste it into Microsoft Word; once you’ve finished editing, cross-check the mistakes you found with the relevant answer sheet.

Answer sheets follow AP Stylebook conventions (where appropriate) and use British spelling. New proofreading exercises will be regularly added to this page. Note that the original sources contain the correct text – all mistakes have been added in for the purposes of the exercises.

Easy Proofreading Exercise 1

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Format: News Article

Source: ‘NSW Transport Minister Andrew Constance hits back after claims Sydney ferries won’t fit under bridges.’

Easy Proofreading Exercise 2

Source:  ‘Now is the time to buy in the Melbourne property market.’

Easy Proofreading Exercise 3

Format: Blog Post

Source: How to Find the Noosa Fairy Pools

Easy Proofreading Exercise 4

Source: Marketing for Small Businesses

Medium Proofreading Exercise 1

Format: Annual Report

Source: Rio Tinto Annual Report 2019 – Strategic Report

Medium Proofreading Exercise 2

Source: The 11 Best Foods to Support Your Immune System

Medium Proofreading Exercise 3

Format: Online Article

Source: A Better Way to Map Brand Strategy

Medium Proofreading Exercise 4

Format: Online Publication

Source: Telstra s 87B Undertaking

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Hard Proofreading Exercise 1

Format: Academic Journal

Source: Passafaro, P. (2020). Attitudes and Tourists’ Sustainable Behavior: An Overview of the Literature and Discussion of Some Theoretical and Methodological Issues.  Journal of Travel Research, 59 (4), 579–601.  DOI: 10.1177/0047287519851171

Hard Proofreading Exercise 2

Source: Demirkol, S., & Cifci, I. (2020). Delving into the Role of Celebrity Chefs and Gourmets in Culinary Destination Marketing.  European Journal of Tourism Research, 26 , 2603. https://ejtr.vumk.eu/index.php/about/article/view/1934

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This is great. It’s really helpful to see practical exercises. Thanks for putting this together!

Fantastic exercises, thank you for providing these!

These exercises have been really great. Thank you. I’m using them with my A level student in preparation for University where proofreading will be essential! The content is just right for his interest level too and short enough to keep his interest.

Hi Geraldine, it’s great to hear you and your student are finding the exercises helpful. We’ll hopefully add some more in the near future.

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Proofreading plays a vital role in ensuring written material is accurate, clear, and free from errors. It’s a skill that can be honed with targeted activities designed to help improve attention to detail and refine grammatical abilities. Here are 19 activity ideas to help you master the art of precise proofreading.

1. Perform a reverse-read: Reading content backwards helps identify spelling errors, as it forces you to focus on individual words rather than the overall flow of the sentence.

2. Proofread with a purpose: Before starting, set specific goals such as focusing on identifying spelling mistakes, grammar errors, or punctuation inconsistencies.

3. Master homophones: Practice distinguishing between commonly confused words (e.g., their/there/they’re) by creating flashcards and testing yourself regularly.

4. Use checklists: Create checklists based on common errors and use them during your proofreading sessions to ensure thoroughness.

5. Edit by hand: Print out a hard copy of your writing and edit with a pen or pencil. This helps you look at the text from a different perspective and may make spotting errors easier.

6. Utilize technological tools: Use software like Grammarly or Hemingway to enhance your proofreading abilities and identify potential mistakes.

7. Develop peer review skills: Swap writing pieces with a friend or colleague for proofreading to gain insight into each other’s strengths and weaknesses.

8. Edit under time constraints: Set time limits for yourself when editing various lengths of text – this can help improve focus and efficiency.

9. Incorporate breaks: Take short breaks when proofreading lengthy documents to recharge your mental energy and maintain focus on details.

10. Use reading aloud techniques: Read sentences aloud, as it helps catch awkward phrasing, repetitions, misplaced words, or punctuation errors.

11. Develop style guide familiarity: Learn the most common style guides (e.g., APA, MLA), as it will make proofreading for adherence to writing standards more accessible.

12. Practice font alterations: Temporarily changing the font or size of the text can make it easier to spot errors by presenting the material in a new light.

13. Utilize colored pens: While editing by hand, use different colored pens to distinguish between types of edits (e.g., red for spelling, green for grammar).

14. Read slowly: Reading slowly forces you to consider each word carefully and reduces the chances of missing errors.

15. Perform multiple proofreading rounds: Edit your work several times, focusing on different aspects during each round (spelling, grammar, punctuation, sentence structure).

16. Use good-quality surrounding equipment: Ensure that your display screen is clean and free from glare while using comfortable seating arrangements during proofreading sessions.

17. Understand human limitations: Recognizing that people generally find detecting their own errors challenging is a motivation to be more diligent when proofreading.

18. Refresh your grammar knowledge: Keep yourself updated with grammar rules by revisiting them often via articles or online resources.

19. Learn from your mistakes: After receiving feedback about errors in your writing, make an effort to avoid repeating them in future work.

Improving your proofreading skills requires dedication and practice. Incorporating these 19 activity ideas into your routine can lead to more precise editing and enhance the quality of your written work. Happy proofreading!

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Proof-Reading + Editing ESL Reading and Writing Activity

I’m all about ESL warm-ups . It’s hard for our students if we lead right into the main lesson without giving them a chance to warm up their brains, and start thinking, talking, reading and writing in English. It’s also the perfect opportunity to do some review of the things I’ve taught in previous classes. One of the best ones that focus on reading and writing skills is proofreading and editing.

Proof-Reading Activity for English Learners

Many of my warm-ups you’ll see online are loud, active, partner or group focused and require speaking. I like to use a few quieter, individual ones that I know some of the more introverted students appreciate. Proof-reading and editing is one of these quieter activities. It’s also a nice choice for teaching English as a second language online . and it’s also ideal for fostering student autonomy in English writing classes.

Keep on reading for all the details you need to know about this ESL editing activity.

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Materials Required: Worksheet/whiteboard/PowerPoint, workbook

To keep proper grammar usage fresh in your students’ minds, they should practice frequently. This doesn’t need to be a full grammar lesson; a quick warm-up can do the trick.

You can give your students a variety of errors to correct: word choice, subject and verb agreement , word order, punctuation, passive vs active voice , capitalization, modals , etc. You can give them a worksheet if you have time to prepare it. Otherwise, put a few sentences on the PowerPoint and students can write the correct sentence or passage in their notebooks.

Editing and proof-reading makes an excellent ESL warm-up activity for kids as well as adults. It’s a key concept in academic English as well. It can take only a minute, or up to 10, depending on how difficult you make it. This activity can also reinforce a huge number of concepts—spelling, punctuation, grammar, vocabulary, etc. Just about anything really!

Teaching Tips for ESL Proof-Reading:

Begin by asking students a few review questions about whatever rules they are practicing. (“When do you use capital letters?” or “What is a run-on sentence? How can you fix it?”)

Also do one example sentence with them so they have a clear idea of what they need to do for the rest of them.

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Procedure for this Proof-Reading & Editing Warm-Up:

1. In advance, prepare a worksheet or PowerPoint, or write several sentences on the whiteboard. You could even take a previous workbook activity and reproduce it.

2. The sentences or passage should practice previously studied points of grammar by having errors of that sort: word choice, word order, punctuation, capitalization, transitions and conjunctions, etc. (more conjunction activities here).

3. Have students correct the errors. If they are working from a PowerPoint or the white board, have them write the sentences or passage correctly in their notebooks.

4. Go over the answers to this ESL proofreading activity quickly as a class.

You can also use this exercise as a homework activity, or you can use it as a quiz or test. Need more ideas? Check out these Whiteboard Games .

Proofreading Worksheets and Exercises

If you’re looking for some proofreading practice worksheets, I have some good news for you. There are a ton of great resources online that you can just print off and use with your students. Here are some of the best ones:

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Proofreading Checklist for English Learners

A proofreading checklist for English learners can help them identify and correct common errors in their written work. Here’s a sample proofreading checklist:

• Are verb tenses used correctly and consistently?
• Are subject-verb agreement errors avoided?
• Are articles (a, an, the) used appropriately?
• Are pronouns used correctly and clearly refer to their antecedents?
• Are sentence structures varied and clear?
• Are periods, commas, question marks, and exclamation marks used correctly?
• Are quotation marks used accurately for dialogue or direct quotations?
• Are apostrophes used correctly for contractions or possessives?
• Are commas used appropriately in lists, clauses, and to separate items?
• Are capital letters used appropriately for proper nouns and at the beginning of sentences?
• Are commonly misspelled words checked and corrected?
• Are words with similar sounds (homophones) used correctly (e.g., their/there/they’re)?
• Are synonyms and contextually appropriate vocabulary used effectively?
• Are words and phrases used consistently throughout the text?
• Are sentences complete and grammatically correct?
• Are run-on sentences and sentence fragments avoided?
• Is the text organized into paragraphs with clear topic sentences?
• Is there coherence and logical flow between sentences and paragraphs?
• Are sentence transitions and connectors used appropriately?
• Is the document formatted consistently with clear headings and subheadings?
• Are margins, font size, and line spacing consistent and legible?
• Are quotes, citations, and references formatted correctly (if applicable)?
• Are any formatting errors or inconsistencies corrected?
• Does the text convey the intended message clearly?
• Are ideas expressed in a logical and coherent manner?
• Is the writing style appropriate for the intended audience?
• Is the tone consistent and appropriate for the purpose of the text?
• Are any repetitive or redundant phrases or ideas eliminated?

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Guided reading is small-group instruction that supports each reader’s progress with mini-lessons, practice, and feedback. Students read books at their level and engage in activities before and after that help them build core reading skills. Read on to learn how to teach a guided reading lesson, plus see our favorite guided reading activity ideas.

What is included in a guided reading lesson?

You’ll use the same text across multiple guided reading lessons. Depending on the skills you’re teaching and the text, you may plan guided reading lessons that span a few days or a week. The point is to really get into the text and practice reading skills with your feedback and guidance.

Each guided reading lesson is broken into parts:

Mini lesson

A mini lesson that focuses on phonemic awareness, phonics, word reading, fluency, or vocabulary. You can’t hit all of those in one mini lesson, so choose a skill that students will be using in the text they’re reading right after the mini lesson.

Read the book

Students read the decodable book independently. They may whisper-read while you listen, or they may read on their own and read aloud when you ask them to. During this time, you check in with students to make sure they are able to read and understand the text.

Comprehension activities

After students have finished reading, it’s time to talk about what they read. They’ll retell, answer questions, and engage in other comprehension-based activities.

The last part of a guided reading lesson is applying the skills they learned in writing. This could mean practicing writing words from the story, or writing sentences or responses to the story.

Preparing for Guided Reading

Guided reading takes planning—lots of planning. Doing this work on the front end will make guided reading an effective, fun time in your reading block. Here are the three steps you can take to make guided reading work:

Get students into groups

Ashleigh’s Education Journey/guided reading groups via Ashleigh-educationjourney.com

Use data from your school’s universal screening and other assessments to identify which students are working on the same thing for guided reading groups. Maybe you have a group of students who are working on long vowel patterns, while another group is working on reading multi-syllabic words. The text they read will give them a chance to practice what they’re learning, so it’s important to have the right groups. ADVERTISEMENT

Choose an appropriate text

Text selection is key during guided reading. Students should be working in text that they can just reach with support since they’re spending their reading time being closely monitored. Look for decodable texts, or texts that have words that students have learned. So, a short-“a” decodable reader would have words that only have the short “a” sound—it won’t include long “a” words or other vowels.

As students get older, finding books that they’re interested in reading continues to be important, but you’ll look for books that have features you want to teach, like text features or text structure.

Set the schedule

Ashleigh’s Education Journey/guided reading schedule

Set a schedule that ensures that each student gets what they need—students who are able to read and work more independently may need a different schedule than students who struggle to work on their own and need additional help with reading. A weekly schedule lets you make sure you’re hitting all the right skills and practice.

A guided reading schedule may also include intervention or Tier 2 groups. Read more about reading intervention .

Mini-Lesson Activities

Each guided reading lesson will start with a mini-lesson. You don’t have a lot of time, so focus on one aspect of reading that students are going to apply in the book that day.

Build and Write Words

Ashleigh’s Education Journey/guided reading activity via Ashleigh-educationjourney.com

Give students practice forming words with letter tiles or cut-out letter squares. Students choose the letters they need to sound out words that they’ll read in the book. Then, with the model they’ve created, they can write the word in the next column.

Pop and Write

Mrs. Winter’s Bliss/word mapping activity via mrswintersbliss.com

In this guided reading activity, have students use a Pop-It to break a word into sounds. Then, students use a whiteboard marker to write the word. (Could you include more fun things in one activity?!) Combining the Pop-It for phonemic awareness and writing to practice encoding letter sounds is a great way to reinforce two skills at once.

CVC Word Reading

Miss Kindergarten/CVC word reading via misskindergarten.com

Use cards like these from Miss Kindergarten to practice pointing to and blending each sound in a word. Choose words that will be in the book students are reading and point out when they use the same strategy they use during the practice in their actual book reading.

Pre-Teach Vocabulary

The Science Penguin/vocabulary concept building via thesciencepenguin.com

Help students start to organize and remember new vocabulary by having them work with words. In this example from The Science Penguin , students sort new words according to parts of speech to help commit them to memory.

Sight Word Sticker Book

First Grader … at Last/sight word sticker book via Firstgraderatlast.blogspot.com

As students master sight words, have them put stickers by each word. Then, as a warm-up in guided reading, they can review the words they know and practice words they don’t. Set a day as sticker day, when they can prove that they’ve mastered a new word and add more stickers to their book.

Learn more: First Grader … at Last

Fluency Strips

Mrs. Richardson’s Class/fluency Strips via mrsrichardsonsclass.com

In this guided reading activity, have students practice reading fluency with short, manageable strips of a phrase or a sentence or two. You can also print out sentences or short paragraphs from books they’re reading so you can build repeated reading practice into guided reading.

Learn more: Mrs. Richardson’s Class

Read more: Fluency Activities

Word Family Fluency

Miss Kindergarten/word family fluency via misskindergarten.com

Another way to work in some quick fluency practice is with word family sentence strips. Give students the strips for the word family they are working on and have them practice reading through the strips. If you organize them by color like Miss Kindergarten , you can also have a rainbow-sentence option with sentences from all the different word families.

Mrs. Richardson’s Class/phonics practice example via mrsrichardsonsclass.com

Practice making words that have the same spelling pattern—for example, writing all the words that end in -igh. Choose spelling patterns students will see in the book you’re going to read so students can get maximum practice with the spelling patterns.

Read more: Phonics Activities

Preview the Text

Previewing the text, or looking at the main features, is a habit that you’ll want students to have as they read on their own. Use time during guided reading to preview each text before you read it.

Here’s how to preview a text with students:

During reading activities

Teaching With Jennifer Findley/guided reading data tracker via jenniferfindley.com

During guided reading, the most important activity is reading. The teacher’s role is to listen as students read and then give them feedback on their reading. Correct a word here. Prompt them to use a strategy there.

Take notes on how students are reading each session so you have the data to track their progress.

Get it: Free printable guided reading note taker from Jennifer Findley

After reading activities

After students have read the text, it’s time to talk comprehension. They can practice retelling, answering questions, and discussing text with their small group. Their responses will show you how they’re doing in terms of understanding questions and pulling information out of the text.

Retelling Gloves

Buzzing With Ms. B/retelling gloves via buzzingwithmsb.com

Create a retelling glove and have students refer to each of the five fingers for each part of the story they should include in a retelling. This helps students who get lost in telling you all the details. You can have them put each finger down as they tell you that part of the story.

Learn more: Buzzing With Ms. B

Comprehension Fans

Runde’s Room/Comprehension Fans via rundesroom.com

Organize questions onto strips or cards, and put a collection of these questions on a ring to create a “fan” for this guided reading activity. Then have students select a question from the fan to ask a group, or write a response.

Learn more: Runde’s Room

Check out this list of printable questions for book discussions .

Fill In the Graphic Organizer

Courtney Schermerhorn/graphic organizer via teacherspayteachers.com

A graphic organizer is a great way to help students organize information they pull from a text. As students learn how to complete graphic organizers and use text structure to understand text, provide graphic organizers with some parts filled in to model a correct response (read: full sentences) and give students a scaffold to complete the entire organizer.

Buy it: Graphic organizer at Teachers Pay Teachers

Reading Dice

A Love 4 Teaching/reading dice via alove4teaching.blogspot.com

Write open-ended literature response questions on dice. Then, students roll the dice and answer the question that lands on top.

Learn more: A Love 4 Teaching

Comprehension Jenga

Counselor Clique/Questions on a Jenga game via counselorclique.com

Counselor Clique wrote questions for post-career goals in this example, but for guided reading, write questions on Jenga blocks that apply to your students’ age and reading goals. Then, play a game of Jenga—students pull a block from the stacked tower and answer the question they get.

Summarize Together

This Reading Mama/Summarizing Activity via thisreadingmama.com

Students practice summarizing using signal words by using sticky notes and papers that have the key features of a summary: who, what, when, where, why. After students write their signal words, they create a group summary by sticking them onto the paper. Over time, students can do this activity on their own or in a small group without direct supervision.

Read more: This Reading Mama

Bloom Balls

Coffee Cups & Lesson Plans/Bloom Ball activity via coffeecupslessonplans.com

Have older students create a Bloom Ball, a 12-sided ball with space to write on each side. Students write questions they can ask about any text, or projects they can do with any text, on each side. Then, they roll the ball to see which question they answer or which project they do.

Learn more at Coffee Cups & Lesson Plans .

Buy it: Bloom Ball template at Teachers Pay Teachers

Prediction Practice

Raise the Bar Reading/making predictions activity via teacherspayteachers.com

Making predictions using information from the text is an important skill students use to maintain comprehension. Use a template, like this one from Raise the Bar Reading , to help students identify the information from the text, then use that information to make predictions.

Buy it: Making Predictions printable at Teachers Pay Teachers

Student-Led Groups

The Mountain Teacher/student-led reading groups via themountainteacher.com

As students get older and learn how to discuss text on their own, put them into groups to discuss. Having roles in the group can help some students stay on task, and ensures that everyone has something to be accountable for.

Learn more: The Mountain Teacher

Guided Writing

The last part of guided reading is writing! This is when students are able to consolidate everything they learned, put it into their own words, and maybe add some more ideas.

Letter Writing

Whimsy Workshop Teaching/letter-writing examples via whimsyworkshopteaching.com

Letter writing is a great way to have students retell and engage with text. You can have students write a letter to a character (like the example from Whimsy Workshop Teaching ). Or have students put themselves in the mind of one character and write a letter to another character in the book from that point of view. This activity is good for after students read an especially dramatic part in the story and one character has a secret or new information they can’t wait to share.

Newspaper Article

Kirsten’s Kaboodle/newspaper template via kirstenskaboodle.com

Newspaper writing is retelling for older students. This activity has students retell what happened in the day’s or week’s reading in a newspaper article format. Use a graphic organizer to make sure that students include all the relevant sections.

Buy it: Kirsten’s Kaboodle newspaper template

Pitch a Sequel

In this guided reading activity, have students write an idea for a sequel to the book or story they just read. Where would they take the characters next? What conflict would these characters get into next?

Comic Strip Retell

Mrs. RM/comic strip retelling via Pinterest

Another way to retell for older students: Use a comic strip format to show the beginning, middle, and end of a story or scene. For longer texts, you could have students build out a comic strip across multiple guided reading lessons, or have students work collaboratively to turn the entire story into a comic.

Graph Character Arc

This one will really engage students’ creativity. Students choose a type of graph (pie graph, chart, etc.) and track the character’s emotions or level of conflict in a scene or book. Label the graph with information from the story.

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5 Super Fun Games for Reading that Create Instant Engagement in the Classroom

January 31, 2023 by Katelyn Hildebrand

Games for Reading and Engagement in the Classroom

Adding some fun games for reading in the classroom schedule will instantly get your kids excited to read and learn! These 5 fun reading games are some of my favorites to use in any reading intervention or guided reading lesson.

These classroom games are a perfect way to get your kids excited about reading!

***FREEBIE alert– I threw a couple of printable, FREE games for reading in this post! Keep reading to download and use them in the classroom! 👇⬇️

***Double freebie!! Have you downloaded my FREE Reading Intervention Cheat Sheet? You can grab it here to help you pinpoint what your struggling readers need!

5 games for reading your students will LOVE!

Do your kids LOVE playing games too?

I don’t know about you, but any time I add a game element to my lesson, engagement INSTANTLY ramps up 1,000%!

Whenever I set the stakes higher and add some competition or even a challenge, the kiddos just dive into the activity. There’s nothing like some classroom games that set the stakes a little higher (hello competitive 1st graders!) and get kids invested in their learning.

How kids act when you play games in the classroom…

I adore bringing games into teaching and helping students have fun while they learn (see this post with my Ultimate List of Reading Intervention Activities for more fun ideas!). I’ve been collecting games for a while now, and I’m excited to share some of my favorites with you! My goal is to load you up with some fresh new ideas to get your kids EXCITED and ENGAGED in your reading lessons.

I also want the games to be low-prep and easy for you to pull out whenever you need a little something to make your lesson✨EXTRA✨💃. After you try the games out, I’d love to hear how your kids liked them!

In my opinion, reading intervention needs 3 things:

• Effective strategies ( Science of Reading aligned )
• A way to monitor progress/track data

Students need to enjoy it, be engaged, and feel joy when they learn to read. I want to bring as much of that joy as I can while still using effective practices. Using games for reading intervention is a great way to bring that FUN into their learning!

So, if your kids are anything like mine…

you are going to love these SUPER fun games for reading practice!

Here’s a quick video showing all of these games in action:

This is a fun reading game to practice spelling words or decoding.

Super Fun Reading Game #1: Secret Word Pass

This is like a telephone-style game for reading. Students get excited about having their own secret word and don’t even catch that it is just sneaky word-reading practice. 😏

This activity works great in small group lessons. Students get to practice writing one specific word and reading new words. The more students in the group, the more times they will write their word and the more different words they will read. This is awesome for practicing cvc words !

• Pencil for each student
• Index card for each student 

Instructions:

• Assign each student a “secret word” . (You can have all of the words be in the same word family, use your spelling words, or use sight words)
• Give each student an index card .
• Have students write their secret word at the top of their index card and “whisper read” it quietly.
• On your signal, have them pass their card to the right.
• Students then “whisper read” the word on their new card, and write their original “secret word” on that card.
• Pass the cards again.
• Students read the words on their new card, and write their secret word on this new card.
• Continue passing, reading, and writing until students get their original card back, and they can see all of the secret words on it.

Red light green light can be a game for reading too!

Super Fun Reading Game #2: Red Light Green Light Reading

This one is so simple and can easily be adapted to virtual learning as well. It’s also great for boosting reading fluency .

PLUS you do not need any materials other than some text to read for the kiddos. It can be ANY text…

• A list of spelling words, sight words, or word family words
• A list of random sentences
• A paragraph
• A longer passage
• A book or textbook

When you use a list of words, it is great for phonics practice (here’s a step-by-step guide for how to teach phonics if you need it!).

I f you use phrases, sentences, or connected text (multiple sentences strung together in a meaningful way), it is great fluency practice.

( I have an extension explained below that helps you throw in some comprehension too)

And you know what simple and no extra materials mean, right? Whip it out whenever you have those odd extra minutes to fill and you got nothin’ else planned! I love these “back-pocket” ideas to fill my lesson idea toolbox!

• Text to read (can be a list of words, sentences, a paragraph, or a whole passage)
• When you say green light, students start whisper reading their text.
• When you say red light, they stop .
• Keep alternating between red light and green light until they make it to the end.

Notes and Extensions:

• You can choose whether to add a speed/racing element or not . For some students, the competition might stress them out, but for others, it will motivate them to push their fluency. They always need to be reading naturally and for comprehension as well though.
• For an extra comprehension challenge, when you say red light and they stop–have them take turns telling you about what they just read!
• You can also have students go back to the beginning if they keep reading past “red light”. This will help them not go so fast that they lose control.
• Yellow light — read slowly
• Blue light — read in a silly voice

Reading games in the classroom that have a “mystery” element are super engaging!

Super Fun Reading Game #3: Secret Word Detectives

Here’s another ZERO PREP game for reading you can whip out at any moment– in person or virtual – for some phonics practice .

Kids love being detectives and uncovering hidden secrets, w hich is part of why this game is so exciting for them!

It also helps them practice phonics and word analysis skills as they focus on how words are spelled. And as you’ve heard me say before, spelling is a key way to integrate the Science of Reading into your instruction! It really gets them connecting those sounds to the letters that make them, and promotes orthographic mapping for fluency.

• A way to display letters for students to see (i.e. white board and marker, paper and pencil, computer screen that students can see, etc.)
• The teacher chooses a word that they want the student to practice.
• e (silent e’s don’t make their own sound, but you can reveal them at the end)
• As soon as the student thinks they know the word, they put their finger on their nose.
• The teacher keeps revealing the letters one sound at a time until the whole word is revealed.
• If the student realizes they have the wrong word in their mind, they can take their finger off their nose until they think they know what it is again.
• Students who got the word right (self-checking) can show you a “thumbs up” underneath their chin.

Variations and Extensions:

• To make the word easier to guess , you could have “blanks” (empty lines) for each sound from the beginning, and write the letters on the lines (hangman style).
• To get a little more teacher-monitoring , you can have them say the word at the end so you can see if they got it right.
• For a challenge (and to add more teacher-monitoring), when a student puts their finger on their nose have them finish writing the rest of the sounds their own paper and turn it around so you can see.
• Make it trickier by revealing the sounds out of order!
• Advanced students can take turns being the mystery-revealer and choosing their own words to give hints for.

To make fun games for reading, just throw in some music!

Super Fun Reading Game #4: Musical Words

This game for reading is so fun and SO easy!

Music is one of my favorite things to integrate into teaching. It’s so easy to throw into an activity, and it instantly makes it magical and 1,000x more fun! And because of that, this reading game is one of my favorites!

Your kiddos will LOVE the extra flair PLUS get focused word-reading practice.

Here’s a free fun reading board game you can use to practice reading words.

• Any type of music to play (kids love kidsbop but the lyrics are distracting. I stick to Piano Guys, instrumental versions of songs, instrumental soundtracks from kid movies, or even classical music!)
• A piece of paper with words written around the edge (like below)
• You can have the kids fill in their own “game boards” by writing the words on their papers.
• The boxes around the words are optional, but here’s a pdf version in case you’d like to print it out and use that.
• When you start the music , have students go around their boards and touch and read each word
• When the music stops , have them cross out whichever word their finger is on
• When the music starts again , have them continue going around their board and reading the words (have them keep going around the board in a continuous circle).
• The game is over when students only have one word left.
• Go around and have students share which word on their board won. See if any are the same!

Variations and extensions:

• For older students , you could give them a paragraph or a passage to read. When they get to the end have them start back over again. They cross out a word or a sentence each time. When the game is over they can try reading their text out loud–without all of the crossed-out words just for fun!
• If you reeeally want to add engagement , let them do it s tanding up leaning over their table or desk so they can dance while they read! Of course only on the condition that they don’t get too caught up in the dancing that they stop reading.

Here’s a free game board to use for Musical Words!

Click here to download: Musical Words Game Board

5 free games for reading you can download and use now!

Super Fun Reading Game #5: FREE Games for Reading Download!

If you have read many of my blog posts, you will know how much I love reading intervention . I REALLY love making my teaching systems easy and streamlined , which is why these Reading Intervention Binders are so amazing.

Recently, I completely beefed up 💪 these binders and they now each include a GAME SECTION! 🙌 🎉

The reading games are the perfect review for each of the skills practiced earlier in the binder. All week you work through the learning activities for that skill, and then end it with a fun game to solidify the skill on Friday!

Super easy.

The kids love it.

All the fun!

Plus it’s reusable so you can pull these games out whenever you need to spice up a lesson. 

In the spirit of sharing games with reading flair, I want to share part of these reading intervention binders with YOU!

Here is a free sample that includes 7 free reading games (1 from each of my 7 Reading Intervention Binders).

You can download them here: 👇⬇️

FREE Games for Reading Intervention Download!

In my list of game ideas for you, I wanted to include some easy print-and-go options for you. These no-prep reading games are so easy to throw into your guided reading lessons or one-on-one intervention sessions!

Here are the games included in the free sample:

1. Phonemic Awareness: Rhyming Memory

2. Letter Skills: Letter Ladder

3. CVC Words: CVC Board Game

4. Phonics: Silent e Tic Tac Toe

5. Fluency: Phrase Spin-It Race

6. Listening Comprehension: Spin a Question

7. Reading Comprehension: Detail Memory Toss

These are some good ones! I hope you download them and give them a try!

For LOADS more reading games + EVERYTHING you need for successful reading intervention, check out my complete MEGA Reading Intervention Binder Bundle .

Check out these print-and-go reading intervention activities to make your interventions a breeze!

That wraps up my list of super fun games for reading! I hope you and your students have fun bringing reading games in the classroom, and that they help you enjoy teaching and learning reading a little (or a lot) more!

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Remarkably Simple Ways to Teach Students to Read

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• By Vicki Davis
• September 2, 2024
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Listen to Pam Allyn, a renowned literacy expert and author of influential books such as Every Child a Super Reader, shares her unique insights on how teachers can foster a love of reading in their students. She not only defines the Science of Reading movement but also addresses concerns from critics who fear it might diminish the role of skilled teachers.

Pam discusses common mistakes in how many students are taught reading and shares practical strategies for teachers to improve reading instructional methods. Whether you're a veteran educator, parent, or new to teaching, this episode is packed with practical advice and strategies to help you inspire your students to become lifelong readers.

Questions Answered in this Episode

• What is the science of reading movement, and how does it benefit students?
• How can teachers balance phonics instruction and fostering a love of reading?
• What common mistakes do schools make when teaching reading, and how can they be avoided?
• How can teachers integrate writing into their reading instruction to enhance literacy?
• What practical strategies can teachers implement to make phonics and fluency instruction more engaging for students?

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Pam Allyn, literacy expert and author

Pam Allyn is the founder and CEO of Dewey , a pioneering learning platform built to fuel the wellbeing of families and their caregivers at the powerful intersections of home, work and learning.

She is a leading literacy expert, author, activist and advocate for children, and a motivational speaker. She founded LitLife to bring quality professional learning to teachers across the United States. She created LitWorld , a groundbreaking global literacy movement serving children across the United States and in more than 60 countries, and led her team to create the widely scaled LitCamp and World Read Aloud Day programs. Her pioneering idea to partner with women-led grassroots organizations working on behalf of their community's children was the foundation of LitWorld and has also been widely replicated. Pam has served as the Senior Vice President for Innovation and Development at Scholastic Education , and continues to contribute as a senior advisor across the company.

Pam is the author of 26 books for educators, leaders and families on reading, writing, and learning. Her most recent book is Every Child a Super Reader, co-authored with Dr. Ernest Morrell. Books for parents and caregivers include Your Child’s Writing Life, Mom's Choice Gold Award Winner; What To Read When; and Pam Allyn’s Best Books for Boys.

Pam has received many honors for her educational leadership achievements including The Children's Village Legacy of Service Award and the Kent Williamson Exemplary Leadership Award. She was a finalist for the Brock Prize in Education Innovation. Pam is a Kellogg Foundation Fellow Alumni in Racial Equity and Healing and a Bush Foundation Fellow for Women's Leadership. Pam received the Teachers College Columbia University Distinguished Alumni Award in 2017.

She has keynoted many conferences and led workshops, seminars and trainings across the country and around the world on subjects including social emotional learning, educational equity, literacy, the power of reading, children's own stories, learning standards, motivational strategies to reach all children, and more. A proud mother to her own two daughters, Pam is continuously inspired by them and by all the many children and young adults she meets and works with around the world.

🎙️ Show Notes

• How to Help Struggling Readers in Grades 6-12 with Pam Allyn – Episode 787
• Learn more about Pam Allyn’s work and her book Every Child a Super Reader.
• Discover the impact of illiteracy from the World Literacy Foundation's report .
• Access free, interactive digital lessons aligned with state standards at EVERFI's website .
• Explore Pam Allyn’s literacy initiatives at LitWorld and Dewey Lit Life .

Topics and Time Stamps

00:00:00 Introduction 00:00:05 EVERFI – Show Sponsor 00:00:54 Guest Introduction: Pam Allen 00:01:08 Pam Allen on the Joy of Teaching Reading 00:02:07 Importance of Literacy in Society 00:02:52 Defining the Science of Reading Movement 00:05:24 Critics of the Science of Reading Movement 00:07:00 The Role of Teachers in Reading Instruction 00:09:31 Common Mistakes in Teaching Reading 00:12:06 The Interrelation of Reading and Writing 00:13:38 Practical Tips for Teachers: Phonics, Fluency, and Vocabulary 00:16:06 Closing Remarks and Resources

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00:00:00:00 – 00:00:05:15 Vicki Davis Remarkably simple ways to teach students to read, episode 861.

00:00:05:19 – 00:00:09:06 John, Producer This is the Ten Minute Teacher podcast with your host, Vicki Davis.

00:00:09:07 – 00:00:54:18 Vicki Davis Thank you EVERFI for sponsoring today's episode. Learn about these free resources that will give your students a head start and will save you valuable planning time. I'll tell you more at the end of the show, or you can go to everythi.com/coolcat to learn more.

Our guest today is Pam Allen. She's a leading advocate for children's literacy and author of many books, including Every Child A Super Reader for episode 757 about how to help struggling readers who are a little bit older, is one of our most popular episodes of all time, so we have brought her back to talk about insights on teaching reading.

00:00:54:18 – 00:01:08:13 Vicki Davis The goal of this interview that Pam and I have is to equip you with practical strategies to improve your reading instruction methods. So first, Pam, what do you love about teaching reading? Because it is obvious that you love.

00:01:08:13 – 00:01:27:23 Pam Allyn Teaching, and that's the best question of all time. My favorite, favorite thing about teaching reading is that any question I'm giving something to that child they're going to take with them for the rest of their lives. It's no question to me, no matter what happens in terms of the evolving technologies that we have or anything that comes next.

00:01:27:23 – 00:01:49:03 Pam Allyn Reading is something that just evolves along a humankinds greatest innovation kind of thing. So I know that no matter what happens, I'm giving them something great. The second thing is I love about it is it's a way for me to see within that child. It is a way for me to instantly understand and the sort of spirit that they're bringing with them to the classroom.

00:01:49:05 – 00:02:07:04 Pam Allyn Some funny aspects of their personalities, the ways they interact with the world, their worries and concerns and fears. Reading with them, reading to them, helping them to manage their own reading experience just brings themselves out into the classroom. And those are the things I most love about teaching reading.

00:02:07:07 – 00:02:29:23 Vicki Davis Well, if you look at the statistics, the World Literacy Foundation, in a September 2015 report, shared the cost of illiteracy and reported that most people who are illiterate are trapped in poverty. They have limited opportunities for employment, higher chances of poor health, a higher chance of turning to crime, and a higher chance of dependent on social welfare. So this is a strategic issue.

00:02:29:23 – 00:02:52:14 Vicki Davis And with artificial intelligence, if you look at how it works, we use text to generate text to generate music to generate all these things like literacy, reading literacy and writing. Literacy unlocks everything. So, Pam, you are in the science of reading movement. Could you define the movement for us?

00:02:52:14 – 00:03:21:10 Pam Allyn Please feel like the word science is powerful for us because we can see that learning to read, learning literacy is actually something cognitively that's happening to you. So the science of reading movement is really embracing that and saying, let's look at what's happening cognitively also psychologically. But a lot of really interesting things happening. So we want to make sure that we touch base on all of those things, whether it's phonological awareness, phonics itself, fluency, vocabulary comprehension.

00:03:21:11 – 00:03:40:04 Pam Allyn That's the kind of overall definition of the science of reading. It's not one of those things, but it's how all of those things are interacting with the human brain, especially in the child's brain as the child is growing. That ring actually needs that literacy food. And the way I see the science of reading movement is we're feeding children.

00:03:40:04 – 00:04:02:19 Pam Allyn We're feeding them all the resources of literacy they need. So yes, they are making that sound to letter correspondence, but also in that scientific look at the human brain, we're seeing how fluency plays a part, how children are learning to read smoothly, efficiently, quickly, even, and then comprehension. What are they understanding? How is meaning taking root in the child's understanding of things?

00:04:02:19 – 00:04:36:07 Pam Allyn Background knowledge is really important, but also foreground knowledge is really important to that idea that we're going to provide them with new knowledge, that's going to help them understand and give a context to what they're reading. So the science of reading movement is one thing, is, yes, about bringing back really good decoding work around phonics. That really muscular work that we're really attaching sounds to letters to corresponding meaning that those sounds are bringing to us, and the look of those letters on the page or the screen, but also that we're embedding all that sound letter work in real understanding, real meaning work.

00:04:36:07 – 00:04:59:16 Pam Allyn I'm excited because the work I'm doing now with my team is in building up a really great opportunity for children to learn phonological and phonemic work that they're doing embedded in meaning. So it's not just random sounds and letters, it's actually let's really create stories and make stories and read stories that are full and rich with meaning and playful, imaginative universes.

00:04:59:16 – 00:05:24:08 Pam Allyn I'm writing a series of books right now called Palace Town, and those books are a science of reading oriented. But what I'm trying to do and to say to teachers is, let's actually give children meaning. These stories, we don't need to throw meaning out with phonics. Phonics should go alongside meaning, and I think that's really the intention of the science of reading movement is to make it a joyful world for children, of which they have every tool they need.

00:05:24:09 – 00:05:43:18 Vicki Davis How do you respond to the critics of the Science of reading movement? I mean, there's some information out there. I'm sure you've read it to say that this movement could lead to an overreliance on scripted programs and computer based instruction instead of the talented, skilled teachers who are so good at teaching reading. Do you feel like that has merit?

00:05:43:20 – 00:06:13:06 Pam Allyn I would be devastated if that were to happen. I think more than ever before. We need two things. We need great teachers who really know what they're doing and are highly skilled and trained as teachers of reading and writing. I think that professional development is more important than ever before, not just a rote professional development, really. Having teachers do inquiry around this work and become confident in terms of what the aspects of the science of reading at work is.

00:06:13:09 – 00:06:36:20 Pam Allyn But then the second thing is, I think that, you know, children more than ever, we saw this during the Covid era. They were on screens way too much. We saw that when they came back into school. They there are lots of rising incidences of of anxiety and school phobia and children not showing up at school. The sheer importance of relationship building that teachers do is it's just profound.

00:06:36:20 – 00:07:00:23 Pam Allyn And I think especially around literacy, I think that the idea that we're going to lose read aloud or we're going to lose that opportunity for a teacher to sit side by side with a child and to be the first to introduce them to the magic of unlocking text. And what that means when you first realize that a page of words in the screen of words has meaning, and you're doing that alongside a caring, mentoring adult, we cannot lose that.

00:07:00:23 – 00:07:22:14 Pam Allyn That's so important not to lose that. You spoke about some of the statistics. My most concerning statistic right now is the rising rate of chronic absenteeism across the country, across all socioeconomic groups. I think that's because we have to recommit to children that we're not just about screens in school. Otherwise children think they go to school and they're they could do that at home.

00:07:22:14 – 00:07:45:00 Pam Allyn Why do they need to go to school? Why they come to school. They love their teacher. They love their friends. They want to be in a social environment around learning to read and write. There's a great story. I read yesterday about a teacher who had promised his students that if he were still around 50 years from now, he wanted them to come back and and be part of the solar eclipse with them.

00:07:45:00 – 00:08:07:09 Pam Allyn So he put out a call. All these years later, you've long retired, and his students all came back for that solar eclipse, and with him in person, in person, they came back over a hundred of them. But that that is a great example of why the human interaction with literacy, a human, the human soul of of literacy is absolutely vital in this technology era.

00:08:07:09 – 00:08:14:15 Pam Allyn And we cannot ever believe that screens are going to replace that relational work that we do with our students.

00:08:14:17 – 00:08:43:09 Vicki Davis And as someone who was taught phonics back, and I'm dating myself back in the 70s, our curriculum was heavily phonics. I love reading. I read a book a week now, still. I would, rather than anything else. I have my memories of Miss Temples helping us sound out all of the letters and all of the attention she gave me as an individual human being, and snuggling up with mom and dad and reading those books.

00:08:43:09 – 00:08:53:00 Vicki Davis And I can't imagine it's so personal that teachers would be more needed than ever. Great teachers, are really something that can't be replaced.

00:08:53:01 – 00:09:11:14 Pam Allyn I love that you said that. Whether we're stretching the sounds of words on a or we're just admiring the beauty of an elegant sentence, everybody who remembers something about literacy in their childhood remembers doing it with somebody. And then you can go on and be independent. But what you're saying is very profound.

00:09:11:16 – 00:09:31:08 Vicki Davis Well, and falling in love with language, you know, when you see a sentence and you just like, oh, you know, I want my students to have that, even though I teach computers, science, beautiful words are are majestic and they make the world a better place. So we could talk about this forever, but we need to talk about the common mistakes schools make when teaching reading.

00:09:31:08 – 00:09:45:03 Vicki Davis So I want you to think back, and I want you to tell me about the day that you realized some mistakes were being made when teaching reading to scribe that moment, and what were the mistakes that you observed?

00:09:45:05 – 00:10:06:07 Pam Allyn Well, I think maybe, you know, one of the most common mistakes, which, I hope everyone will take into account, right, in these changing times, if there is no such thing as the teaching of reading, that's just about phonics. That's just about comprehension. It's actually both of those things that have to go hand in hand, I think, where we make the mistake.

00:10:06:07 – 00:10:26:02 Pam Allyn But when we're looking at out into that sea of our students and we say all of them today need this help on this, just this one thing, if I can just do this one thing today, all will be well. And I realized this too. In my first year, I was teaching deaf students in Brooklyn at Saint Francis Israel School for the deaf, still an amazing school.

00:10:26:02 – 00:10:43:06 Pam Allyn And I looked out to my students and I thought, I'm going to do it all this way. And then, you know, they taught me differently that they each need something different. And there are some best practices. I'm going to teach them the best practices of the teaching of reading. But each and every day I've got to sit down with each of them one at a time.

00:10:43:11 – 00:11:05:03 Pam Allyn I've got to be able to see each of them as their own self, as their own independent reader. So I think it's both not seeing reading as one narrow path and also seeing our students as not one vast group, but they are each so individual, and something is going to ignite their love for reading by us, sitting beside them and saying, what's something you're passionate about?

00:11:05:03 – 00:11:26:00 Pam Allyn A little grandson right now he's really into dinosaurs, so we're just taking out every single book at the library on dinosaurs. There is. But I need to be vigilant because in another few months you might develop some other new interests. And I think that's what we need to do as teachers, too. I think we we make the mistake sometimes of thinking one size fits all, and that's never, ever going to be fully the case.

00:11:26:00 – 00:11:43:10 Pam Allyn I think there are some best practices we can teach our students how to use phonics to drive their understanding and, turn that key into the world of reading can help them use comprehension. It can help them use fluency. How to read smoothly. But at the end of the day, I think we want to know who they are to.

00:11:43:10 – 00:12:06:10 Pam Allyn And then there's one last thing I'll say about mistakes we make. And that is when we see reading instruction as only reading as breathing in, we only have want them to take in what we're giving them. There's also writing. Writing is part of that too. I'm a big fan of the teaching of writing. In my new program, Palestine, I'm talking a lot about the teaching of writing because students become very passive if all they're doing is reading.

00:12:06:12 – 00:12:25:12 Pam Allyn The other component of literacy is writing. So to ask and invite teachers to wonder, where does writing fit in to my reading program? That's a big mistake. I think we have all made in the past is to ignore writing, or to marginalize it, or to put it to the side. But reading is breathing in. Writing is breathing out.

00:12:25:14 – 00:12:38:20 Vicki Davis Love it. And they're so interrelated. Let's talk practical idea is and you've already given some very practical things, but what can teachers do right now in their classrooms relating to the teaching of instruction, looking.

00:12:38:20 – 00:13:09:10 Pam Allyn At phonological, phonemic, and phonics in that kind of context is to remember to be joyful and playful with that, because we do get a little over done with the kind of, you know, procedural work of the teaching of reading. But all of that is such fun work. It's very sound based. It's playful and joyful at its essence. So remembering that singing, game playing, the work of stretching sounds to make meaning on the page.

00:13:09:10 – 00:13:38:17 Pam Allyn Children love doing those things. They love rhyming. They love singing, they love chanting, they love writing and drawing. And all of that is phonics work. I'm talking about older students to older, struggling students that you and I have talked about these students before. They can't miss that. So if they're if you're a middle school teacher listening today, please be playful and joyful with the work of phonics instruction because it is really playful and joyful.

00:13:38:17 – 00:13:58:23 Pam Allyn So that's that's one. The second thing is when we talk about fluency and that idea of reading smoothly and reading quickly, don't be afraid to actually talk about those things with your students. I do talk with my students about speed reading. There's nothing wrong with actually being a little competitive about that, and actually having an opportunity for your students to see that.

00:13:59:03 – 00:14:25:14 Pam Allyn Just like practicing sports, you know, you you we go out and we for playing soccer basketball. We want to be speedy. We want to be fast. So that too, I think we're talking about fluency is giving students text to practice with, in which they can practice reading steadily with expression is actually really fun. And that's another thing. Another piece of advice that I would give around vocabulary, which is a big part of the science of reading, is how we absorb vocab.

00:14:25:14 – 00:15:00:02 Pam Allyn Woolery is for teachers to use authentic text to actually call out words that students are observing and seeing in the magic of writers who know what they're doing, whether it's E.B. White or Langston Hughes or or Sharon Creech or or just any Carmen Audra Didi, these writers are amazing, amazing. They're like vocabulary geniuses. So really call out those words, have students keep index cards by their side and say, you know, when you're in your independent reading today and you come upon a word that's just magnificent to you, you might not even know what it means yet.

00:15:00:03 – 00:15:21:04 Pam Allyn Let's hang those up. Or let's keep Google drives of those amazing words. But again, making vocabulary, not just something that they have to memorize and practice, but also that they see in their own authentic, independent reading. And then finally, this is the heart of the science of reading. Pedagogy is phonemic awareness. Phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and then finally comprehension.

00:15:21:10 – 00:15:42:02 Pam Allyn A tip that I have for comprehension is when we're really looking at to think about what we understand as readers, there's I would invite teachers to put back curiosity into your comprehension work, because if everything is just us telling students what they ought to comprehend, that does, by the way, get very boring after a while for our students.

00:15:42:07 – 00:15:43:22 Pam Allyn So bring back curiosity.

00:15:43:22 – 00:16:06:05 Vicki Davis Well, readers are leaders, and leaders are readers, and it's an essential part of of excellence and being successful in the world. Follow Pam Allen. She is author, founder of Dewy Lit Life and Lit World. She has many, many books and is such a great resource to help all of us help all of our students home. Better readers, thanks for coming on the show, Pam.

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Teaching reading skills can be daunting; there is no doubt about that! We have to help each other out, so I want to share some fun reading comprehension games to make it just a little bit easier! It is just so rewarding to see your students engaged in their learning while building new skills and brushing up on old ones! There are reading comprehension activities for every month of the school year to ease your mind and  have some fun with reading comprehension!

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1.Monthly Themed Reading Passages

Having a high interest reading passage for each month is a great way to keep things fresh when teaching reading comprehension! I love the idea of having a new reading passage with questions every month to keep students engaged and reading a variety of texts! With a new selection of reading passages every month, there is something for every student to love!

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Reading comprehension skills are so so important but shouldn’t have to be boring! They also shouldn’t require hours of prep from you, which is why I have made a bundle of 9 months worth of reading comprehension games, worksheets, stations and more!  The complete bundle is a life saver to have on hand year after year when you are looking for a way to freshen up your reading block and help your students grow!

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Whether you walk into a classroom in Asia, North America or Europe, you will almost certainly see teachers and students building their understanding of the world through a dedicated daily reading session full of great reading activities.

Books allow students an opportunity to be informed, entertained or escape as they comprehend fiction and non-fiction texts against their understanding of the world, their personal insights, and opinions and finally compare those texts to others.

Whilst you may have a wealth of books in your school library, developing fresh and engaging ways to study literature can often be challenging.  So today, we will explore 25 proven activities that can be applied to any book and at any age level.

These reading activities to improve reading comprehension are easy to follow and suitable for most age groups within an elementary/junior high school level.

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A lifetime tale in pictures reading task.

Draw the main character from a book you have recently read.  Show them as a baby, middle-aged and an older person.

Underneath each picture, write what you think they might be doing at that point in their life, and explain why they may be doing so.

For example, if you drew Harry Potter as a baby, he might cast spells on his mum to feed him lots of yummy food.

Post-reading activities like this are accessible for all age groups to adapt their skill level and text style.

If you want to learn more about characters, read our complete guide here.

TEXT TO SELF-READING TASK

Based upon a book you have just read, share a  story about yourself related to an event or character in the book.

It is probably best done in the form of a written recount. Link your experience to no more than four situations that occurred within the text.

Text to self is an excellent opportunity for students to become introspective about the content they read and compare it to their own life experiences. 

This activity is appealing to teenagers more so than juniors .

IT’S IN THE INSTRUCTIONS READING TASK

From a book you have just read, select either a critical object or creature and create a user manual or a guide explaining how to care for it.

Ensure you use any vital information learnt from the book and any other information you consider essential.

If you are writing a user manual for an object, remember to focus on using it correctly and taking care of it.

If you are writing a user guide for an animal or creature, focus on keeping it alive and healthy as well as information that explains how to keep it happy and under control if necessary.

Dear Diary, READING TASK

Place yourself in the shoes of one of the characters you have just read about and write a diary entry of a critical moment from the story.

Try to choose a moment in the story where the character has plenty of interaction and emotion to share in a diary entry.

Your diary entry should be around a page long and contain information you learned from the book when the character was in that specific place and time.

Remember, when writing a diary entry, you are writing it from a first-person perspective. It is usually but not always written in the present tense.

Diary writing has been a very popular activity throughout time, but social media tools such as Facebook and blogging have in some ways changed this.

Mapping it all out, READING TASK

How do you make reading lessons fun? This reading activity answers that question confidently.

Have a go at drawing a map of one of the places from the text you have just read. See how much detail you can include, and be sure to discuss your map with another reader so you can compare and add more if necessary.

Take some time and effort to ensure your map appeals to the same audience the book aims at.

All good maps should contain the following BOLTS elements.

B – Bolts

O – Orientation

L – Legend

S – Scale

Express Yourself READING TASK

Using an iPad or a digital camera, make faces of the emotions the main characters would have gone through in your book and take photos of them. 

Put them together in a document on your computer or device and explain the emotion below the image and when the character would have felt this way.

This is an excellent opportunity to use some creative direction for this task.

Be sure to play around with the images, filters and graphical styling available.

Travel Agent READING TASK

Think of yourselves as a group of travel assistants whose job is to promote a  city of your choice from the text you have been reading.

As a group, you need to develop a concept map of all the exciting things that happen in your city and then present it to the class.

Don’t forget all of the exciting things such as theatres, restaurants, sports, adventure activities, entertainment and much more…

If you are a little short on details of the location of your story, do some research if it was an actual location or just get creative and make up some locations and tourist attractions based on what you read.

You’re Hired READING TASK

Select a character from a book and consider what might be an excellent job for them. You can choose something entirely suitable such as a security guard job for Superman or a more oddball approach, such as a pastry chef.

Either way, you will have to write a letter from this character’s perspective and apply for a position.

Be sure to explain why your character would be a great employee and what special skills they would possess to make them ideal for the role. Sell your character by explaining all the great attributes they possess.

What’s the Status? READING TASK

Create a Facebook page for your character with some status updates about what they have been up to.

Include some pictures and ensure your status updates are relevant to the character and the story.

Around 3 – 4 status updates with mages should give an overall picture of the character.

Use your status updates to explore what your character does for a job, leisure time, places they might go on vacation and the like.

Bubbles and Clouds READING TASK

Using speech bubbles and pictures of the characters, draw a conversation between two characters from the story you have read.

Remember, thought is drawn as a cloud, and a spoken statement is drawn as a  bubble.

Be sure to look at some comics or graphic novels for inspiration and insights.

This activity is usually best done on pen and paper, but numerous digital apps and tools will allow you to make this a reality through technology.

Amazing Artifacts READING TASK

An artifact is an object that has some significance or meaning behind it. Sometimes, an artefact might even have a very important story behind it.  I am sure you have a favorite toy, or your parents have a particular item in the house that they would consider an important artifact.

For today’s task, you will select five artifacts from the text you have been reading and explain what makes them significant or essential.

They don’t all have to be super important to the story, but I am sure that at least a couple played a significant role.

Be sure to draw a picture of the artifact and if necessary, label it.

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Thinking Differently READING TASK

Choose three important events from the text and explain how you would have handled them differently from the characters in the story.

Explain how it may have changed the story’s outcome in either a minor or significant way.

Be insightful here and think of the cause and effect.  Sometimes your smallest action can have a significant impact on others.

Popplet Mind Mapping Task

Popplet is a mind mapping tool that allows you to connect ideas together using images, text and drawings.

From a text, you have recently read, create a family tree or network diagram that explains the relationship the characters have with each other.

Some may be father and son, husband and wife or even arch enemies.

Try and lay it out so it is easy to follow.

You Have Three Wishes READING TASK

A genie lands at the midpoint of the story you have just read and grants the two main characters three wishes.

What do they wish for and why?

Finally, would their wishes have changed anything about the story?  How so?

Again think about the cause and effect relationship and how this may have altered the path of the book you have been reading.

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Fun Frida Kahlo Activities for Kids to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month is a wonderful time to celebrate the contributions of Hispanic artists and creators, and a fantastic way to start is by exploring the life and art of Frida Kahlo . If you’re looking for a Hispanic Heritage activity for kids learning about Frida Kahlo is a great start, as she was one of the most influential women in Latin American history. Incorporating Frida Kahlo activities for kids, such as Frida Kahlo crafts and Frida Kahlo-inspired projects for kids, children can learn about this amazing artist in a fun and engaging way. Teaching kids about Frida Kahlo can include various creative ways, from Frida Kahlo coloring pages to a Frida Kahlo DIY costume for kids. These activities offer a hands-on experience that allows children to explore the vibrant Frida Kahlo aesthetic while learning about her life and art.

Frida Kahlo activities for kids can range from reading Frida Kahlo’s children’s books to creating Frida Kahlo art for kids that reflects her unique style. Whether it’s a Frida Kahlo craft that involves making a colorful flower crown or a Frida Kahlo-inspired project for kids to paint their own self-portraits, these activities provide a rich, creative way of learning about Frida Kahlo. Kids can discover who Frida Kahlo was, what her art represents, and why she remains a significant figure in art history. Let’s dive into some engaging ideas to teach kids about Frida Kahlo during Hispanic Heritage Month!

Who Was Frida Kahlo?

Frida Kahlo was a famous Mexican artist known for her bold and colorful self-portraits and paintings that often reflected her feelings and personal experiences. Born in 1907, Frida faced many challenges in her life, including health issues and a serious bus accident that left her in pain for much of her life. Despite these hardships, she used her art to express her strength, creativity, and resilience. Her paintings often featured bright colors and elements from Mexican culture, such as traditional clothing, flowers, and animals, making them easily recognizable and full of meaning.

Frida was married to another renowned Mexican artist, Diego Rivera , who influenced her work and career. Together, they became two of the most prominent figures in Mexican art, often inspiring and challenging each other. Frida’s home, which she shared with Rivera, has been turned into the Frida Kahlo Museum in Mexico City, also known as La Casa Azul or “The Blue House.” This museum is a popular destination for people from around the world who want to learn more about her life and see her art up close.

Why Is Frida Kahlo Significant?

Frida Kahlo is significant because she was one of the first female artists to explore her emotions and personal experiences through art. She became an icon for her ability to turn pain into beauty and her commitment to expressing her true self. Kahlo’s art has inspired many people around the world, and her life story encourages us to be strong and resilient, no matter what challenges we face. She is also celebrated for embracing her Mexican heritage and incorporating it into her work, making her an important figure in both art and culture. Her paintings are admired not only for their vivid colors and striking imagery but also for their deep symbolism and exploration of identity, gender, and cultural pride.

The History of Frida Kahlo

Frida Kahlo grew up in Mexico City and began painting while recovering from a bus accident when she was 18. Despite her physical pain, she found comfort in art and used it to share her story and identity. Over her lifetime, she created numerous paintings that reflected her feelings and experiences, many of which included symbolic elements that were important to her, like monkeys, flowers, and even her pet parrot. She married another famous artist, Diego Rivera, who was a big influence on her work, and together, they became important figures in the Mexican art scene.

Understanding Frida Kahlo’s Art and Aesthetic

Frida Kahlo’s art is known for its bright colors, detailed backgrounds, and personal symbolism. She often painted herself in traditional Mexican clothing with beautiful flowers in her hair, reflecting her love for her culture. Her paintings also often included elements of nature, such as plants and animals, which added to the unique Frida Kahlo aesthetic. Children can learn a lot about art by studying Kahlo’s use of color and symbolism and trying to create their own art inspired by her style.

Reading Frida Kahlo’s Children’s Books

A great way to introduce kids to Frida Kahlo is by reading Frida Kahlo’s children’s books. Books like “Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos” by Monica Brown or “Viva Frida” by Yuyi Morales use beautiful illustrations and simple language to tell the story of Frida’s life and art. These books are perfect for helping children understand Frida’s experiences, the animals she loved, and her unique way of looking at the world. Reading these books can spark discussions about emotions, resilience, and the importance of self-expression, all while celebrating Hispanic culture.

Creating Frida Kahlo-Inspired Art Projects for Kids

Encourage kids to create their own self-portraits in the style of Frida Kahlo. Provide them with mirrors, paints, and bright colors to capture their unique looks and feelings. They can also add elements that are important to them, just like Frida did, making their artwork personal and meaningful. For example, kids can draw themselves with their favorite animal, wearing clothes they love, or surrounded by things that represent their culture and interests. This project not only allows kids to explore their creativity but also helps them connect with Frida’s art on a personal level. This is one of the most engaging Frida Kahlo activities for kids, allowing them to see how art can be a reflection of their own experiences.

Making Frida Kahlo Crafts for Kids

Create fun Frida Kahlo crafts that explore her style and favorite themes. One popular craft is making flower crowns similar to those Frida often wore in her hair. Using tissue paper, pipe cleaners, and glue, kids can create colorful flowers to wear as they learn more about Frida’s life and art. Another craft idea is making “milagros” or small charms that Frida often included in her paintings. Kids can use foil, beads, and colorful paper to create their own milagros, adding a personal touch to their artwork and learning about the symbols that were important to Frida. Here are some of my favorite Frida Kahlo Crafts for Kids.

Frida Kahlo Planter by Crafty Chica

Making a Frida Kahlo planter is a fun and educational craft for kids that introduces them to the famous artist’s style. Using terra cotta planters and craft paint, children can easily create their own designs. By printing out a Frida Kahlo image and using a pencil to trace it onto the pot, even beginners can complete this project with ease, making it an accessible activity that combines creativity and learning.

Frida Kahlo Portrait with Natural Flowers

Create Frida Kahlo Inspired Flower Art is a fun and educational craft for kids to learn about the iconic Mexican artist while expressing their creativity. This activity involves using real or faux flowers, stems, and leaves to recreate Frida Kahlo’s distinctive floral headpiece and features. It’s an excellent Hispanic Heritage craft that encourages children to explore Kahlo’s artistic style and cultural significance through hands-on engagement. This project allows for creative flexibility and can be customized with natural materials or paper flowers for a longer-lasting piece of art.

Frida Kahlo Rag Doll by Easy Things to Sew

Making a Frida Kahlo rag doll is a fun and educational craft for kids that teaches them about the famous artist and her significance. Using simple materials like fabric, felt, and fabric markers, children can sew their own doll inspired by Frida Kahlo’s style. This project is perfect for homeschooling or art activities, combining creativity with learning.

Frida Kahlo Craft from Growing Up Bilingual

This Frida Kahlo craft is a creative and educational activity perfect for celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. By transforming a simple toilet paper roll into a colorful representation of Frida, complete with her signature floral headpiece and bold earrings, kids can express their creativity while learning about Mexican culture and art. This hands-on project helps children explore the unique style and cultural significance of one of Mexico’s most iconic artists.

Frida Kahlo Christmas Ornament by Pillar Box Blue

This holiday craft for kids involves transforming a wood slice into a charming Frida Kahlo Christmas ornament. By using felt, glue, and simple crafting techniques, children can create a unique decoration inspired by the iconic artist. It’s a fun and creative activity perfect for celebrating the holiday season with a touch of Frida Kahlo flair.

Frida Kahlo Coloring Pages

Frida Kahlo coloring pages are a simple and fun way to introduce kids to her art. Look for printable coloring sheets featuring Frida’s portraits or other elements from her paintings. As they color, you can talk about the different symbols and colors Frida used in her artwork and what they might mean. Coloring can also be paired with storytelling, where you explain a little about Frida’s life and how she expressed her emotions through art. This activity allows kids to engage with Frida’s art in a relaxed and enjoyable way, perfect for younger children.

Dressing Up with Frida Kahlo DIY Costumes for Kids

Let kids dress up as Frida Kahlo by creating their own DIY costumes. Using a simple dress, a shawl, and some homemade flower crowns, kids can recreate Frida’s iconic look. You can also encourage them to add accessories like large earrings or a unibrow made with face paint to complete the ensemble. This activity is not only fun but also helps kids learn more about Frida’s unique style and how she expressed herself through fashion. It’s a great way to celebrate Frida’s creativity and individuality, encouraging kids to embrace their own unique qualities.

Making Mexican Folk Art Inspired by Frida Kahlo’s Art

Teach kids about the connection between Frida Kahlo and Mexican folk art by making their own folk art pieces. Provide materials like bright paints, paper, and scissors, and let them create artwork inspired by the bold colors and patterns found in Frida’s paintings. You can also introduce them to traditional Mexican crafts, such as “papel picado” (cut paper decorations) or “alebrijes” (colorful, fantastical creatures), which Frida often featured in her art. This activity helps kids appreciate the cultural influences in Frida’s work and encourages them to explore their creativity while learning about Mexican traditions.

Create Frida Kahlo’s Art Gallery Walk

Set up a mini art gallery in your home or classroom with prints of Frida Kahlo’s paintings. Invite kids to walk around, look closely at each piece, and discuss what they see. Ask questions like “What do you notice about the colors?” or “How does this painting make you feel?” to get them thinking about Frida’s style and messages. This activity can be made more interactive by giving kids a “scavenger hunt” list of things to find in the paintings, such as flowers, animals, or certain colors, making it a fun and educational experience. 

Telling Stories Inspired by Frida Kahlo’s Paintings

Encourage kids to write or tell their own stories inspired by Frida Kahlo’s paintings. Ask them to look at a painting or photograph of Frida Kahlo and imagine what the people or animals in it might be thinking or feeling. This activity helps kids use their imagination and think more deeply about what they see in art. You can also create a story circle where each child contributes a part of a story inspired by one of Frida’s paintings, fostering creativity and collaboration.

Crafting Frida Kahlo-Themed Jewelry

Frida Kahlo often wore beautiful, colorful jewelry that reflected her love for Mexican culture. Kids can create their own Frida Kahlo-themed jewelry using beads, string, and colorful charms. I also love this idea for making DIY Frida Kahlo earrings from Crafty Chica. This activity can be as simple or as complex as you like, from making friendship bracelets with vibrant beads to creating necklaces with clay pendants shaped like Frida’s favorite symbols. It’s a fun way for kids to explore their creativity while learning more about the personal style and cultural significance of one of their favorite artists.

By exploring these fun and educational Frida Kahlo activities for kids, they can learn more about who Frida Kahlo was and why she is such an important figure in art and culture. Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with these engaging projects is a wonderful way to inspire a love of art and history in young learners!

More Ideas to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

• Mexican Craft Ideas: Explore Mexican culture with these easy Cinco de Mayo craft projects that are perfect for kids. These fun crafts, like alebrijes, repujado bracelets, Huichol yarn painting, and Aztec sundials, offer a creative way to learn about Mexican traditions. They’re a great way to celebrate the holiday while teaching kids the true meaning of Cinco de Mayo.
• Guatemalan Craft Ideas: Discover the vibrant traditions of Guatemala with these exciting craft ideas for kids! Whether it’s crafting a traditional worry doll , making a flying quetzal , or creating  a colorful sawdust carpet , each project introduces children to a unique part of Guatemalan culture. These crafts are a great way to explore and celebrate Guatemala’s rich heritage while having fun.
• Cute Sugar Skull Quilling Craft: This easy Día de los Muertos sugar skull quilling project is a fantastic craft for Hispanic Heritage Month. It’s a fun and simple Day of the Dead craft that allows kids to explore their creativity while learning about this vibrant celebration. Perfect for home or classroom activities, this craft can be framed and added to your Día de los Muertos ofrenda along with other decorations like papel picado, marigolds, and pan de muerto .
• Peruvian Llama Mini Piñata Craft :   This Llama Mini Piñata Craft, an easy and fun activity perfect for kids! This craft uses everyday materials like toilet paper rolls and colorful paper to create a mini piñata that looks like a llama, an important animal in Andean culture. As kids make this Peruvian craft, they can learn about the traditions of Hispanic and Latin American communities. It’s a great way to combine creativity with cultural education, making it perfect for classrooms or family activities at home.

• Dia de los Muertos Mask: El Día de Los Muertos is a meaningful celebration focused on honoring the lives of our departed loved ones. It’s a fun craft to do for Hispanic Heritage Month and a great way to learn about Día de los Muertos traditions in Mexico. 
• Easy Latin American Crafts For Kids To Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month: I have compiled lots of easy Hispanic Heritage crafts that are ideal for kids to make. Many of these crafts are inspired by the culture of different Latin American countries from Taino Petroglyphs, Nazca Lines Craft, to fun Costa Rican Macaws. 
• Latin American Recipes to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month: You’ll love these delicious recipes from different Latina-American countries. Perfect for celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, these easy recipes are a fantastic way to start conversations about Latino culture and learn more about each of these countries. From plantain and cheese empanadas from Hondura and jocón stew from Guatemala to Mexican choco flan. 

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From Quick, Draw! and DALL·E to Stretch AI, these tools provide fodder for idea generating, problem solving, and more.

I began exploring artificial intelligence (AI) years ago and quickly understood that it could one day revolutionize how we teach and learn. AI offers myriad innovative tools that can empower students to become critical thinkers, problem solvers, and lifelong learners. From personalized learning to interactive storytelling, there’s a wide range of possibilities in education. Here are five of my favorite ways to use it in my classes.  

1. To teach how AI works There are several fun and engaging tools that are safe for students and allow them to get a better understanding of machine learning. My favorite is Google’s Quick, Draw! The game is like playing Pictionary with Google's AI. Students are given six things to draw, and the computer AI needs to guess what they are drawing. Playing the game is fun, but the real learning occurs after it’s completed. The tool gives you access to the entire database of drawings it has collected from every user. It shows you how it recognizes what is being drawn based on previous input from others. Students leave the lesson understanding the basics of machine learning and how AI requires enormous amounts of data to function correctly. They also learn how AI may be biased based on the input even if it isn’t intentional. The takeaway is that AI only knows what you teach it. When good data is input, AI can be a very useful tool. But if there are biases or errors in the data, it can lead to problems.

2 . For creative  visualization and design Creating or enhancing visuals with text-to-image AI has been a fun activity to collaborate on with students. As an art and media teacher, I never want students to create visuals with AI alone. But using it to pre-visualize ideas and enhance images has been very useful. We’ve tried AI image tools such as Adobe Express , Microsoft Designer , DALL·E , and Canva to add AI elements to drawings and photographs students have taken, create realistic backgrounds for animations students have created, and render images of products that the students invent for marketing campaigns. Adobe Express has added a group of AI tools, some of which can also be found in MagicSchool . A favorite is the 3-D text tool. My students used it to create their own fonts textured with any AI image to introduce ourselves at the start of school with a digital “Hello, my name is… ” sticker as part of an Adobe education challenge. Once students were familiar with the tools, we remixed the project and created AI name tags for famous artists, authors, and characters in their style.

3. For brainstorming and storytelling This is my favorite use of AI with students because it has expedited and deepened the process of ideation. We use it to generate visual elements based on student writing that can expand on initial ideas and approaches in ways students may not have considered. For storytelling use, AI can generate story starters, visual prompts, and discussion questions students can use for inspiration. This is also helpful when paired with collaborative improv games in which the AI is a partner in creating scenes and stories.

4. To foster co-collaborating It may sound like science fiction, but the reality is that many students will likely have an AI coworker in their future careers, so it’s important to prepare them in class today. We experiment with co-creating with AI chatbots when writing and using AI image tools such as Google’s Magic Sketchpad  and Scribble Diffusion . The process is interesting, and like any collaboration, it offers a lesson in communicating clearly and being flexible and open to different ideas and perspectives. This is also useful when creating code, as many AI tools can now compose code for apps and games fairly well. It’s always important to teach students the foundations and syntax of how code works. Once they have that basic understanding, they can collaborate with AI tools to expedite the process and create code together.

5. For research, review, and personalized learning Since AI can manage large amounts of data quickly, it has become an amazing resource for research. But an AI literacy teaching element is key, as all AI is not the same and some tools do not always return accurate information. Tools like ISTE’s Stretch AI  have been developed specifically for educators and add footnotes to its information. This is an improved path forward, but it’s still important to always confirm the sources of the research.

AI is also a fantastic tool to help students review what they have learned, so we use chatbots to provide exit tickets and review questions as a class. Many tools, including educational apps such as Quizizz  and MagicSchool, along with chatbots, can easily generate study questions for students or even assessments based on PDFs, websites, or videos. In terms of supporting students with personalized learning and tutoring, tools like SchoolAI allow students to expand on student learning by naturally following their own curiosities while being monitored by a teacher. (For example, students can "chat" with historical figures about their lives.) Tools like Class Companion  offer data-driven support for each student’s studying based on their strengths and weaknesses.

As new AI tools are coming out all the time, I work collaboratively with my amazing library team and research online to stay knowledgeable. I’m very careful to protect students’ privacy and personal information. Since AI remembers all the data you input, I never have students use it in class without guidance. This technology will likely revolutionize education and other industries. It’s vital to let students experience it in school so they can understand the basics in college and beyond.

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Welcome students back to school with a fun and engaging activity designed to ease those first-day jitters! The “First Day Jitters Face” activity is a perfect way to help students express their emotions and start the school year on a positive note. This creative back-to-school activity encourages students to draw or craft a face that represents how they feel on the first day of school. Whether it’s excitement, nervousness, or a mix of both, this activity provides a safe space for students to share their feelings.

Ideal for easing anxiety and fostering a sense of community, the “First Day Jitters Face” activity can be used in classrooms from Kindergarten through middle school. It’s a great icebreaker that allows teachers to connect with their students and for classmates to get to know each other. This activity not only supports social-emotional learning but also sparks creativity, making it an excellent addition to your first day of school plans. Make the transition back to school smoother with this engaging and meaningful activity that students will love!

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