Two Middle School ELA Teachers

Jan 14 2025 60 ep. 11 mins 2
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Welcome to our show! We're Shannon and Tammy, two middle school ELA teacher besties with over twenty years of teaching experience. If you're a middle school ELA teacher and could use some fresh inspiration, listen to see if this podcast is for you! We will share lessons, activities, tips, and strategies that have made our own ELA classrooms successful!

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Context Clues Walk About ~ An Engaging Middle School ELA Activity

Jan 14 2025 8 mins  
Episode Description: Get your students up and moving with this fun and engaging ELA activity! In this episode, we’re diving into the Context Clue Walk About, where students work in pairs to decipher word meanings using context clues in a hands-on, interactive way. Learn how to set it up, teach context clue strategies with the LEAD acronym, and choose the perfect words for your mi

Do You Have the "It Factor" as a Middle School Teacher?

Nov 26 2024 12 mins  
What makes a teacher truly unforgettable? In this episode of Two Middle School ELA Teachers by ELA Core Plans, we explore the elusive “It Factor” that sets exceptional teachers apart. These are the educators who connect effortlessly with students, make learning engaging, and leave a lasting impact on young lives. Join us as we break down the key qualities that define the “It

A Clever Lesson for Argumentative Writing in the Middle School ELA Classroom

Nov 12 2024 14 mins  
In this episode of Two Middle School ELA Teachers by ELA Core Plans, we’re diving into the art of argumentative writing with “A Clever Lesson for Argumentative Writing.” We’ll explore an engaging lesson plan that helps middle schoolers master the essentials of crafting strong arguments. From brainstorming and prewriting to gathering evidence and structuring a well-organize

Spooky Stories in the Middle School ELA Classroom for October

Oct 29 2024 8 mins  
Join us, two middle school ELA teachers from ELA Core Plans, as we discuss our favorite time of the year in the middle school ELA classroom – October! In this episode, we share our excitement for spooky stories and how we plan to engage our students during this season. We highlight the classic tales that we have lined up for the month of October. Halloween Stories for Middle S

Halloween Writing Fun: Persuasive Costume Ads & Interactive Choose Your Own Adventure Stories for Middle School ELA

Oct 15 2024 13 mins  
In this October episode, we are bringing you some spook-tacular writing activities that will engage your students while building key skills in narrative and persuasive writing. First, we dive into a Halloween-themed writing activity where students get creative by designing their own costumes, writing vivid descriptions, and crafting persuasive ads using ethos, logos, and pathos. Th

Retests with a Twist in Middle School ELA

Oct 01 2024 8 mins  
Welcome to the Two Middle School ELA Teachers podcast by ELA Core Plans! In this episode, we’re diving into a simple yet transformative strategy that could revolutionize your classroom—retesting with a twist. As middle school ELA teachers, we know how disheartening it can be when students close their Chromebooks after a test without a second thought. But what if there was a way

Engaging Middle School ELA with Classroom Economics: A Fun Approach to Classroom Management

Sep 17 2024 12 mins  
Discover a dynamic and engaging way to manage your ELA classroom with our latest episode! We dive into the innovative concept of classroom economies, where students become savvy financial managers, earning and spending classroom currency. Learn how this system can transform behavior management and foster real-world skills in responsibility, financial literacy, and teamwork. Tune in

Mastering Text-Dependent Writing in Middle School ELA

Sep 03 2024 7 mins  
Welcome to Two Middle School ELA Teachers, the podcast where we unravel the complexities of English Language Arts. Join us as we explore innovative strategies, like incorporating writing prompts before reading assignments, to help students master new standards and excel in state assessments. This season, discover how our UQO method—Underline, Question, and Original Thinking—emp

Reading Signposts in Middle School ELA

Aug 20 2024 7 mins  
Join us in this episode as we delve into Notice & Note: Strategies for Close Reading by Kylene Beers, Robert E. Probst, and G. Kylene Beers. Discover the six essential reading signposts introduced in the book, designed to engage students deeply with any fictional text. These signposts guide students to identify significant literary moments, prompting critical thinking and discussi

First Chapter Fridays in Middle School ELA

Aug 06 2024 6 mins  
Join us for engaging discussions on middle school book clubs and First Chapter Fridays. Explore captivating reads, share insights, and inspire a love for reading among young students. Discover practical tips for making First Chapter Fridays a success. Tune in to learn how to create lifelong readers in your classroom! Our Book Club Resource 6th Grade 1st nine weeks Pac