Settling back into the routine after winter break can take a bit more than after other school breaks. Because winter break is usually longer, students have had more time to get out of their classroom routines. I wanted to pop in to share some FREE after winter break writing activities to use with your students so they can tell you all about it...in writing! Because your students have been away longer they have missed you and their friends. Not only that, they have a LOT of things they want to … [Read More...]
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