Beginning-of-Year Math Intervention Assessments: What I Look For & Why It Matters

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The beginning of the school year can be busy.  There are schedules to create, students to get to know, materials to organize, and intervention groups to plan. When students need math intervention, it can be tempting to jump right into instruction as quickly as possible. However, I have found that spending just  15–20 minutes learning how a student thinks about mathematics  can save countless hours of ineffective instruction later. Before I begin intervention lessons, I want to understand what students already know, what strategies they are using, and where their mathematical understanding begins to break down. As a math intervention teacher, I assess my Tier 2 and Tier 3 students in grades K–4 individually. Depending on the student, I may complete the assessment in one sitting or split it into two shorter sessions.  The goal is not to overwhelm students with a long assessment.  The goal is to gather enough information to determine the best place to begin instruc...
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Celebrate Mother's Day with a Fun Reader’s Theater Activity!

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Mother's Day is such a special time to celebrate the amazing women in our students' lives — and what better way to mark the occasion than with a Mother’s Day Reader’s Theater performance?

Inspired by The Night Before Mother’s Day by Natasha Wing, this Reader’s Theater Companion Packet is a fun and engaging way to build reading fluency, teamwork, and confidence — all while getting students excited for Mother's Day! 🌸

What’s Included?

This packet is packed with everything you need for a smooth and memorable experience:

  • 2 Versions of Reader’s Theater Scripts
    • (Shorter and longer versions depending on your students' needs)
  • Comprehension Worksheets
    • Help students think deeper about the story
  • Mother's Day Letter Template
    • Students can write a heartfelt note after the performance
  • Vocabulary and Word Search Activities
    • Extend learning with themed literacy practice

Everything is designed to be low-prep and easy to use, so you can focus on helping students enjoy their time on stage!

Why You’ll Love It

✨ Builds Confidence and Reading Fluency
Reader’s Theater is a fantastic way for students to practice expression, pacing, and voice projection in a supportive environment.

✨ Engages All Learners
From your shy students to your budding performers, everyone has a role to play!

✨ Flexible for Your Classroom Needs
Choose the shorter script for a quick activity or the longer version for a more detailed performance.

✨ Meaningful Mother's Day Memories
Not only are students practicing valuable skills — they’re creating a gift of performance that their families will love hearing about.

How to Use This Packet

  • Small Groups: Practice and perform in reading groups
  • Whole Class: Assign different parts and perform together
  • Mother's Day Event: Perform for other classes or parents if possible!
  • Literacy Centers: Break down the activities into smaller literacy station tasks

You can even display students' Mother's Day letters on a bulletin board for a festive classroom touch! 🌷

Get Your Copy Today!

Make this Mother's Day one to remember with this fun, engaging, and educational Reader’s Theater packet.
It’s available now in my Teachers Pay Teachers store!

👉 Click here to grab your Mother's Day Reader's Theater Companion Packet!

Want a quick preview?
Here’s a sneak peek at what’s included:






Happy Mother's Day and happy teaching! 🌸🎭
#MothersDayActivities #ReadersTheater #TpTResources #ElementaryReading #MothersDayInTheClassroom

Location: Minnesota, USA

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