This is where I share ideas and resources. I have 13 years of teaching experience so far. My best years of teaching were spent teaching middle school reading and ELA to 6th, 7th, and 8th graders.
I am a wife and mother of 4, plus 2 bonus children. When I’m not creating resources, I love to crochet a fun project, hike just about anywhere, and go to the beach.
Whether you teach 4th grade reading, middle school ELA, or homeschool different ages and subjects, I know there’s something here for you!
Short stories pack a punch in the middle school classroom. You can easily cover multiple genres in a short amount of time compared to classroom novels. And they’re perfect for doing second or even third readings when you want students to dig deep into complex skills. Whether you’re looking to
By 7th grade, students are ready for more depth and complexity in their reading. Short stories help them explore advanced literary elements—like irony, conflict, and character development—without the pressure of managing a long, intricate plot. At this age, students tend to enjoy stories that are relevant, surprising, or thought-provoking, and
In 6th grade, I’m often focused on helping students make the leap from elementary reading to more complex middle school texts. Short stories provide the perfect bridge. They give students the chance to practice identifying key details, recognizing theme, and citing text evidence—all within a format that feels doable—not daunting.