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A Christmas Carol

Started this discussion. Last reply by suehellman Dec 13, 2009. 3 Replies 0 Likes

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Dan Cox replied to Dan Cox's discussion 'A Christmas Carol'

That's a good idea. I'm amazed each day when my students read aloud at the words that they can't pronounce.

Dec 10, 2009

Chris replied to Dan Cox's discussion 'A Christmas Carol'

Try previewing the words words before you begin. You could also have students preview their own lines the night before. They can look up words on the Merriam Webster website (m-w.com), where you can click on a little speaker symbol and hear the…

Dec 10, 2009

A Christmas Carol

I'm teaching the play version of A Christmas Carol to my 8th graders. We are "acting" it out as we read with some minor props and costume suggestions. The kids, however, are still stumbling on some of the words in the script making reading unbearable at certain times. Does anyone have any suggestions for this problem? Also, any ideas for activities for teaching this unit would also be more than welcomed.

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Dan Cox replied to Meghan Connelly's discussion 'Any schools want to collaborate with a CT middle school? In the US or International!!'

I am an English teacher in the United States (New York). I teach middle school students (ages 12-14). We will be working on a unit after Thanksgiving on grammar/usage/mechanics. I would love to possibly work with students in a different country…

Nov 10, 2009

Dan Cox replied to TIMOTHY PUGH's discussion 'LOOKING FOR VIDEO CONFERENCING AND SKYPING CLASSROOM PARTNERS'

I would be looking to connect with 7th and 8th grade English classes/teachers/students. Thanks.

Nov 10, 2009

Dan Cox replied to Steve Hargadon's discussion 'Introductions'

I am a 7th and 8th grade English teacher looking to incorporate more technology in my classroom. I am looking for some great ideas, and I hope to share some ideas someday too.

Nov 10, 2009

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