Teaching students about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was always one of my favorite things to do. When you're discussing Dr. King, you get to have some real and honest conversations with students about important social topics. It's also a great opportunity to touch on some character traits. Everyone … [Read more...]
Christmas Math Project
In this Christmas Math Project, Santa is REALLY struggling. His sled broke down, his reindeer left for vacation, and he needs someone to deliver some presents for him. He's made a list. He's checked it twice! But now he needs your help! The Great Present Delivery Competition is a real-world … [Read more...]
My End-of-the-Day Routine
Here's the thing about the end of the day... it can get crazy and chaotic really fast. Students have been sitting and focused all day. If they notice that classroom rules are lax during this time, students might get wound up, swing backpacks, shout, touch, or do anything else to get their wiggles … [Read more...]
Free Thanksgiving Coloring Pages
I want to share some Free Thanksgiving Coloring Pages for you and your students to enjoy during the Thanksgiving and fall season. I created these free Thanksgiving and fall doodle coloring pages for your students to enjoy in your classroom. Use them during indoor recess, at the end of the day, … [Read more...]
Halloween Whodunit Math Project
Gather your clues and dust for prints! Someone (...or something) has been causing trouble in the Town of Spooksville. Halloween Whodunit is a seasonal math project that requires students to use math and logic to eliminate suspects and solve a crime. They'll use their knowledge of addition, … [Read more...]
Free Resources to Teach Point of View
Let's talk about point of view! I'm here to share some tips and materials to help you teach point of view to your students. I'll walk you through some mini-lessons and share some free materials that you can use in your classroom. All of the printables used in this blog post can be accessed for free … [Read more...]
Why Classroom Procedures Matter
Whether it’s lining up for recess, sharpening a pencil, or transitioning from one activity to the next, having classroom procedures and routines is extremely important. Routines save learning time and will make your job a lot easier. I believe it’s one of the best things you can do in the first few … [Read more...]
Teaching Grammar: The Fast and Simple Way
It's time to talk about teaching grammar. It's more than just communicating or writing clearly. Grammar is one of those subjects that is so important for students to understand. There is a direct correlation between grammar and reading comprehension. As your students' written and oral language … [Read more...]
The Great Snow Rescue Competition: A Winter PBL Activity
Do your students love PBL? My latest project provides them with a fun, real-world challenge and a lot of great math practice. This winter, there's no time to chill! A massive snowstorm has put the town's winter plans on ice. Mayor Evergreen needs the help of your students to unbury the residents. … [Read more...]
Reading at Home: 7 Ways to Help Encourage Kids to Love Reading
Every year in the classroom, at least one parent would message me asking: How do I get my child to start reading at home? Some parents would tell me that no matter what they said, their child would not read. Instead, their child chose video games, toys, sports, etc. Now don't get me … [Read more...]
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