Two-Minute Tip of the Day
When should I use a semicolon?
Semicolons don't have to be mysterious! There are only two reasons to use a semicolon in a sentence. Take a look at this Shurley English Two-Minute Tip of the Day to learn more:
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Writing
How to Ignite Your Student's Imagination
I believe that one of the greatest gifts of all is the gift of imagination. A person’s ability to imagine is limitless and definitely has no bounds! AND, the really cool part about it is that anyone can tap into their personal imagination-station at any place and time. Almost
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What is personification?
What is personification? Should I use personification when I am writing? Get the answers to these questions and many more during this Shurley English Two-Minute Tip of the Day! Take a look…
Two-Minute Tip of the Day
What is the Oxford Comma?
What is the Oxford Comma? Should I use the Oxford Comma when I am writing? Why is the Oxford Comma so controversial? Get the answers to these questions and many more during this Shurley English Two-Minute Tip of the Day! Take a look… Would you like more tips? Be sure
Writing
Student Toolbox: How do I choose a career?
Do you remember what prompted you to choose the teaching profession? How old were you when you made that decision? Research surveys have shown that many people don’t decide on their professional career path until they are already in college, and some don’t make a decision until later
Two-Minute Tip of the Day
NEW ELA Tool: The Two-Minute Tip of the Day
Our commitment to you and your success in language arts is ongoing. A few years ago, we launched the Shurley English Blog, where our team of educators discusses trends, strategies, and tips for success. It’s all about support and encouragement. It has been a true labor of love, and
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One Giant Step—The Revision Process
As a teacher, you know the effortful task of teaching students about the six steps of the Writing Process. The steps should be taught and repeated so that students will always know how to communicate thoughts and ideas in competent, confident way. Here’s a quick recap and commentary of
Holiday Lessons/Resources
Starting Your Second Semester Off Right: 365 New Days!
As a classroom teacher, returning from holiday break was always bittersweet. On one hand, I knew the pressure for “test prep” would be more intense, but on the other hand, the satisfaction of witnessing my students grow into wiser beings put a validating smile on my face. I imagine my
In the Spotlight
Writing Toolbox: Let's get organized with Writing Maps!
Teaching kids to write can be easy if you have the right tools! Getting organized is the first step, and one of the best ways to accomplish this is with an excellent set of writing maps. Writing maps are the foundation for writing success and truly help your children start
strategies
Language Arts Success: The BEST of 2019
As the calendar year comes to a close, a teacher’s journey is still moving at full speed. (It’s true!) We are not quite to the half-way mark of our year, and we still have much to do! As 2019 comes to a close and before you begin the
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Are you meeting your students' needs?
Today’s classroom teacher wears many hats, and that’s a fact. Not only are they responsible to help children develop and improve their literacy, mathematic, and social science skills, they must also evaluate student progress and performance along the way. To be upfront, I’m not just talking about
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Teaching Word Choice: Skills for day-to-day life
As teachers, the concept of “word choice” is common language in classrooms around the United States. Careful word choice is a key to effective writing and speaking. Selecting appropriate and precise words helps to increase the impact you have on your audience. Ideally, this is what teachers try to convey