Every morning, I challenge myself with The New York Times Connections Game. The daily word puzzle challenges players to group 16 words into four sets of four that share a common connection. On the surface, it’s simple. However, behind the scenes, it’s a powerful workout for the brain. Using the same format, you can create…
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Activities and Book Companions
I love using storybooks and activities book companions with my primary students. Not only do they help foster a love for reading, but they can address numerous speech and language goals. I use them almost exclusively with my preschool and kindergarten population. One of my favorites to use is Brown Bear, Brown Bear What Do…

