Hello Teachers, This time of year, the school year can start to feel like a grind. When that happens, I like to shake things up a bit with a game. Check out Classroom Spy. This is just one way to play it. You can easily remix the game by giving the spy a secret task to complete—which is especially fun (and challenging) for older students. Classroom Spy Classroom Spy (Video) Classroom Spy (Worksheet) Writing Technique: Drop the Reader into the Action Drop the Reader into the Action If any of...
12 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Teachers, I apologize for the delay. I’ve been dealing with some health issues over the past month and spent time in the hospital. I’m feeling better now and hopeful that this chapter is behind me. Thanks again for all the support. It genuinely means a lot to me. For those new to Tolentino Teaching, my mission is simple: to create fresh, relevant resources and share them freely. If something helps you, you’re welcome to donate—but if now isn’t the right time, or these resources aren’t...
20 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Teachers, This Google Doc has been getting a lot of love on Facebook, so I’m continuing to add more resources. I’ve also made it more YouTube-friendly for easier use. I hope it’s helpful—and I hope you all have an amazing Sunday! Oh, and please share the doc with as many teachers as you can. Thank you. გმადლობთ. Gracias. 감사합니다. Спасибо. 谢谢 . Merci. شكراً. Danke. ありがとう. Writing Mini-Lessons Writing Mini-Lessons (Website) Writing Mini-Lessons (Google Doc) Thank You For the Support! If any...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Teachers, I’m experimenting with a new email format. Each edition will feature a post from social media, new resources I’ve created, and a highlighted resource from a guest teacher. One of my core goals with Tolentino Teaching is to showcase the creativity of teachers from around the world. If you have an idea or resource you’d like to share with hundreds of thousands of educators, I’d love to hear from you. 📩 Email: tolentinoteaching@gmail.com Post of the Week "Being a more creative...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Teachers, My website and Facebook page have been getting a steady increase in traffic, and I’m incredibly grateful for the support. I’d love to start highlighting and sharing more resources from fellow teachers, so if you have a teaching idea or resource you swear by, please email it to tolentinoteaching@gmail.com My goal is to use this platform to spotlight the creativity of teachers from around the world—so please share your ideas. Here are two resources shared by Stefani Benner!...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Teachers, Happy New Year! Here are a few resources to help students reset, refocus, and start the year strong. And truly—thank you for sharing the newsletter and resources. We’re closing in on 20,000 subscribers, and this is just the beginning. My goal is to keep adding more perks, giveaways, and surprises as the community grows. I’m incredibly grateful for the support—you don’t even know. Resources for the New Year! Resources for the New Year! (Click Here) Thank You For the Support! If...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Teachers, A major part of my mission is to give teachers resources that empower creativity. Writing activities centered on video games won’t work for every class—but they work really well for some. And if you have students who are obsessed with Minecraft or interested in designing their own video game, a few of these activities could be a perfect fit. So here they are—writing activities inspired by video games. I hope they give you ideas. And who knows–maybe one of your students will...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Teachers, I’m working on turning Modern Mastery into a book.But before I do, I’m piloting the following prompts with my students over the next year. This trial run will help me see what resonates, how students respond, and what needs to be refined or added. Below, you’ll find the exact videos and worksheets I’ll be using. I do have one favor to ask:If you find these prompts valuable, please consider sharing this Google Doc and my newsletter with other teachers. Since my Facebook account...
7 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Teachers, WRITING CHALLENGES are a great way of shaking things up. They also allow students to be creative with language. Here is an assortment of challenges I use with my students. Writing Challenges! Thank You For The Support! Once again, thank you for the support. If any of my resources have helped you, feel free to Donate to Tolentino Teaching by clicking the link below. Thanks again! Donate to Tolentino Teaching https://briantolentino.comUnsubscribe · Preferences
about 2 years ago • 1 min read