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How to Haiku: Lesson Plan By League of Canadian Poets 😄 😄 😄 Written by Anna Yin and Designed by the League of Canadian Poets. We hope you enjoy this lesson plan available for broad use as an educational material in schools, libraries and classrooms or for informal use at home, work, or in our community.  https://lnkd.in/geyszCN4

**Title: Nurturing Aspirations: The Journey Towards Fulfilling Ambitions** **Summary:** This poetry elegantly encapsulates the essence of youthful aspirations intertwined with the ritual of going to school, symbolizing the foundational step towards the fulfillment of life's ambitions within the fabric of civilization. The imagery of chirping birds at a beach road bus stop in the early morning serves as a metaphor for the awakening of dreams and the commencement of a daily journey toward personal and academic growth. The diverse sizes of pediatric passengers, still ensconced in the vestiges of sleep, represent the varied stages of awakening to one’s potential and the pursuit of knowledge. The bus's journey, under the careful guidance of the bus driver, mirrors the structured path provided by educational institutions, guiding young minds through the terrain of learning towards their aspirations. The poetry underlines the significance of education not just as a means to an end but as a transformative experience that shapes one’s destiny. It reflects on the notion that every morning, with its rhythmic motion and the promise of a new day, brings opportunities for children to explore their passions, awaken to their true potential, and step closer to their dreams. Through the serene and hopeful lens of a morning bus ride to school, the poem highlights the critical role of education in empowering individuals and propelling society forward. It reaffirms the belief that nurturing aspirations from a young age is essential for the progression of civilization, ensuring that each generation contributes to the collective knowledge, growth, and betterment of humanity.

My book was recommended through “Expand your horizons!” Questions remain for me: Why should a child have to be privileged to learn to read? #teachereducation #specialeducation #education #literacy #dyslexia

JUST A NUGGET FOR ELAR TEACHERS: A Hook for Literary Devices: Educator: Today we are going to discuss literary devices. One literary device was recently used in Congress by Rep. Jasmine Crockett. Play clip *Bleach Blonde Bad Built Butch Body * What literary device do you believe was used? TIP: Instruction is more effective when you find ways to make it culturally relevant.

Hey parents and teachers! Looking for activities to get 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students away from screens? Don’t worry, the DNR has you covered. It’s time to get creative and write original poems and riddles for the 13th annual Air, Air Everywhere Poetry contest. Parents and teachers of Wisconsin’s 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students can share the "Where’s the Air?" activity with their kids or choose one of nine other educational activities focusing on science or social studies. After learning about the air around us and the importance of keeping it clean, students can write their own poem or riddle and submit it to the DNR. Please note that submissions are due by May 3, 2024, and must be the child’s original work. Three winners will be selected, and their work will be featured on DNR’s website. For contest rules and activities, visit: https://lnkd.in/df-BD9s Good luck and have fun!

The Island by Armin Greder, is a powerful picture book for older learners. It tackles issues of prejudice and discrimination head-on. The story provides a potent means of exploring the importance of compassion. Through this sequence of lessons, children will explore prejudice in the context of the story. They’ll then flip the narrative in order to create compassionate journalistic writing... https://bit.ly/3vAGEu5

📊 Teachers, it's time to dive into winter assessment data! 🌟 Understanding this information can guide your support for students. Identify who needs interventions and who's on target. Plus, set goals for spring! 🌷 Learn more in our latest blog at https://lnkd.in/gJxamYDe #Education #StudentSuccess #WinterAssessment #Reading #ScienceOfReading #Literacy #Teacher #ReadingTeacher #ReadingSpecialist #ReadingInterventionist #TeacherTools

Through an ongoing dialogue with the teachers who participate in our teaching and research programmes, we continue to learn more about the defining features of high-quality texts and their transformative potential. In our latest High-Quality Children's Texts: What we know works guide, which forms part of our 'What we know works’ series, we are sharing with you ten key things that teachers have told us about choosing and using high-quality children’s literature in their schools and classrooms. Our High-Quality Children's Texts: What we know works guide is free to download from our website: https://ow.ly/ryVp50RloM7 #HighQualityTexts #ChildrensLiterature #TeachingResources #LiteracyInSchools #PowerOfReading

📚 Happy International Children's Book Day, teachers! 🎉 We're passionate about fostering a love of reading and celebrating diverse children's literature. Check out our latest blog for some ideas to bring the magic of books into your classroom! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g_Md5KQg How are you celebrating International Children's Book Day? Share your ideas in the comments below! Let's inspire young minds together! ✨ #ChildrensBookDay #ReadingIsMagic #InternationalChildrensBookDay #LoveForReading #LiteracyMatters #Reading #Education #Literacy

One of our most frequently asked questions is: "Does the Power of Reading help children with their writing too?". Instead of us talking about all of the ways it does this, here's what Emily from one of our Associate Schools has to say about their experience with it, and what it has done for teaching literacy, including children's writing at Summercroft Primary School in Hertfordshire. You can find out more about our Power of Reading Training and Membership options here: https://lnkd.in/eti-jG3x