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Keeping a Learning Log
Tips for starting and maintaining a learning log.

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Performing a Stop 'n' Write
Pause and reflect on your reading or learning.

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Sequencing with a Time Line
Use time lines for critical thinking.

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Evaluating with a Pro-Con Chart
Analyze good and bad with a pro-con chart.

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Analyzing with a Line Diagram
Analyze parts of a topic with a line diagram.

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Comparing with a Venn Diagram
Analyze similarities and differences.

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Analyzing with a Cause-Effect Chart
Analyze causes and effects of any topic.

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Asking Bigger and Better Questions
Teach students to form better questions.
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Using 5 Critical Thinking Strategies
Use this video to help students think critically.
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Sharing Fiction with a Partner
Use shared inquiry to read fiction.

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Understanding the Plot Line
Understand the plot line.
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Writing: Now how do I get out of this one?
Assign this prompt to spark students' creativity.

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Writing a Creative Synopsis
Create a synopsis of a book, TV show, or event.

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Learning to Say No
Help students learn refusal skills.

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Using PAST to Understand Assignments
Teach students to analyze writing assignments.

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Using Perspective Shifting to Understand Others
Help students improve empathy.

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Deciding When to Use Formal and Informal Language
Match language with purpose and audience.

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Using Transitions to Add Information and Emphasis
Help students add information and emphasis.

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Using 5-5-5 Breathing to Calm Down
Teach 5-5-5 breathing to calm students.

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Creating a Rubric to Evaluate Projects
Create a quick rubric for any project.

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Comparing Myself to a President
Compare yourself to a president.

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Using Perspective Shifting to Imagine History
Help students gain a historical viewpoint.

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Using Perspective Shifting to Persuade Readers
Help students see from readers' perspectives.
