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What is a linking verb?

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08 Dec 2020
What is a linking verb?

It’s time to continue our discussion on VERBS! Last week, we learned about action verbs. Today, we are going to explore LINKING verbs. Are you ready? Let’s get started.

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How to Manage Stress During the Holiday Season

How to Manage Stress During the Holiday Season

There are only a few shopping days left before Christmas! (Let that sink in for just a minute!) I know that Christmas is supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, but right about now, I’m feeling a little less than wonderful! The very idea that I

16 Dec 2025
Writing Extension: Celebrate Your Winter Wonderland

Writing Extension: Celebrate Your Winter Wonderland

When the excitement of a snow day or a long weekend is over, you may want an activity to teach your students how to find interest in nature’s resting time. It's an opportunity to find the beauty on display right outside the window! Take a classroom field

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Holiday Activity: Let's address the envelope!

Holiday Activity: Let's address the envelope!

‘Tis the season for trimming the tree, caroling, and holiday cards! I am one of those people who love to send and receive mail. I think I am a dying breed, but it gives me joy to create a holiday card and send it to my friends and family. Of

02 Dec 2025
Holiday Activity: My 12 Days of Christmas

Holiday Activity: My 12 Days of Christmas

Coloring sheets, word puzzles, tinsel, glitter, and glue are just some of the items you’ll find scattered around many classrooms during the holidays. There are so many wonderful craft ideas and activities people have used to make the season a memorable one at school. Here’s a fun way

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