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ENGAGING ACTIVITIES YOUR STUDENTS WILL LOVE!

10 Fine Motor Activities that Kids LOVE Doing

Picture this... you're 4 years old and your teacher just said you're going to be completing fine motor activities. She gives you a string and some Fruit Loops and you're supposed to make a necklace, but you struggle to string the cereal. Your little hands are shaking and you just cannot get that ... READ the POST

Blessings for Teachers

Can I share something with you? This year has been HARD - really, really hard. I have walked through some personal things that I never thought I would walk through. In my work, I have been stretched in ways that I didn't know I could be stretched in. And. . . it seems like a hard year has also ... READ the POST

Using an Interactive Webquest to Explore the First Thanksgiving

The First Thanksgiving, nestled in the heart of American history, is more than just a feast. It's a symbol of unity and gratitude, reminding us of the importance of coming together in times of hardship and celebrating the blessings we share. But, by the time you get to about 3rd grade, this ... READ the POST

Teaching Scissor Skills in the Primary Classroom

If you work with young kids, you already know how important it is to develop fine motor skills early on. As a classroom teacher, there are so many activities you can use to support these skills, but sometimes we can get stuck in a rut! If you're looking for something new to add to your routine, ... READ the POST

Teaching Sight Words and High Frequency Words

Sight words are an essential part of reading. In fact, they are often some of the first words that kids learn. Finding these words in books, on signs in the community, and at the grocery store really gets kids excited about reading. That is why teaching sight words is one main component of reading ... READ the POST

Mastering Basic Math Facts Without Flash Cards

Did anyone enjoy learning basic math facts as a kid? Maybe you were one of the lucky ones that, as you passed your facts, you earned an ice cream party. Either way, it felt like endless hours of flashcards and that dreaded drill-and-kill style. Guess what? Fast forward 30 years, and as a teacher ... READ the POST

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