What are homonyms?
What are homonyms, homophones, and homographs? We are here to unravel the confusion in this Shurley English Two-Minute Tip.
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Let’s get “Ziggy" with language arts definitions!
At Shurley English, we teach everything about Language Arts in a unique way. The curriculum has been divided into a combination of individual features that spiral together in harmony to teach difficult concepts successfully. Jingles are one of the unique features that we introduce, reinforce, and help students master, and
Lost Without a GPS: My Road Trip into Writing Instruction
Have you ever set out on a road trip without a map or GPS? I tried it once, years ago. I thought, “How hard could it be?” A few wrong turns later, I was circling back, wasting time, and wishing I had just plugged in my destination from the start.
Teacher Talk Episode 7: The Cure for the Summer Slide
Help your students avoid the dreaded summer slide! In this engaging session, you’ll discover practical ways to reduce the learning loss that often occurs after the final school bell rings. We will explore several proven strategies to keep kids accountable over the summer and send them off with ready-made
The Importance of Practice
I have never taken a class in martial arts, but I have certainly enjoyed watching Bruce Lee’s moves in his action-packed films! Let’s face it. The guy was physically amazing, but more than that, he had a way with words! Lee was more than just a famous martial