Teaching Middle School ELA

Episode 374: How One Teacher Got Her Most Reluctant Writers Begging to Revise (Right Before Winter Break)

Today on the Teaching Middle School ELA podcast, we’re joined by our very own Membership Manager, Genevieve Chavez, who’s sharing the incredible story of how one teacher got her most reluctant writers begging to revise—yes, even right before winter break! It’s an inspiring, practical, feel-good episode you won’t want to miss. Tune in and let Genevieve’s insights spark new ideas for your own writers! ✨ Gingerbread House Activity: https://www.ebteacher.com/gingerbread-house [https://www.ebteacher.com/gingerbread-house]

Episode 373: Monday Mindset: Choose Rest on Purpose

In today’s Monday Mindset episode, we’re reminding ourselves that rest isn’t a reward—it’s a necessity. When we intentionally slow down, we give our minds and bodies the space they need to reset, refocus, and show up stronger. This week, choose rest with purpose and watch how it transforms your energy, clarity, and joy.

Episode 372: Your New Favorite Pre-Break Activity (That’s Secretly All About Setting)

Before break energy hits full chaos mode… we’ve got you covered. In today’s episode, we’re bringing on Pat from our curriculum team to share a pre-break activity your students will beg to do again — and yes, it’s sneakily building their understanding of setting too. Fun, meaningful, and totally classroom-ready.

Episode 371: Monday Mindset: Staying Calm Amidst the Chaos

Today, we’re talking about staying calm amidst the chaos — especially during this busy season when everything feels louder, faster, and more overwhelming than usual. In this episode, Caitlin shares quick, practical mindset shifts to help you ground yourself, protect your energy, and move through the week with more ease (yes, even when life is wild!). Perfect reset to start your Monday strong.  Please like and follow us on Instagram @ebacademics

Episode 370: The Gratitude Writing Activity Your Students Will Actually Love

The Wednesday before Thanksgiving can feel chaotic — high energy, low focus, zero attention span. But what if it didn’t have to be survival mode? In today’s episode, Caitlin shares a simple gratitude writing project that transforms that busy pre-break day into one of the most meaningful moments of your school year. It’s low-prep, highly engaging, and helps students practice real writing skills while connecting from the heart. If you’ve been searching for a lesson that brings calm, purpose, and heart into your classroom before break… this one’s for you. You can learn more at ebteacher.com/portal [https://ebteacher.com/portal].