Author Archives middleweb

These are the latests portfolio and blog posts written by middleweb.

Toward Authentic MS Research

A book championing the idea that middle grades students should do more authentic research "comes not a moment too soon," says ELA teacher Ariel Sacks.

Engaging Readers with Tech

Reviewer Kevin Hodgson found this interactive, online book "a fantastic resource" for literacy teachers ready to explore engaging digital tools first-hand.

Safety Drill S in Effect

New Jersey fourth grade teacher Mary Tarashuk shares a powerful reflection on tragedy and teachable moments.

A Few of Our Favorite Things

Here are a few of our favorite MiddleWeb posts from 2012. Our thanks to the educators who have contributed articles, MW blogs, interviews, & book reviews!

A Major CCSS Resource

Fully aligned with CCSS, this book is valuable resource for all 6-8 teachers, says reviewer Linda Biondi, offering well-researched, fully developed lesson plans.

Power Up for Connected Teaching

This book is a "handy guidepost" and resource to help teachers transition to inquiry-based, technology-rich classrooms, says reviewer Kevin Hodgson.

Take a Classroom U-Turn

Reviewer Chelsea Leann Collins finds this book’s turn-around strategies work in her seventh grade classroom.

Top 12 Resource Roundups

Resource Roundups -- our theme-based, resource-laden essays -- are among MiddleWeb's most popular features. Here are dozen reader favorites.

Getting Text into Action

Get It Done is "a treasure trove of helpful insights about why we need to care about the teaching of informational text," says reviewer & flowchart maker Kevin Hodgson.