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Holiday Magic: December Activities and Books for the Classroom

If you're a teacher, you probably have mixed feelings about December in the classroom. On one hand, the December holidays are filled with winter magic and a special sparkle that's all its own. On the other, this time of year can feel a tad chaotic and out of the routine. If you can relate, I'm here ... READ the POST

10 Must Have Apps to Use in the Elementary Classroom

I absolutely love using the internet as a powerful tool in my classroom. When used responsibly and in moderation, it really transforms learning, making it more accessible and interactive for our students. It's always a joy to see how excited my kiddos get when they hear that part of our lesson or ... READ the POST

Fun Hands-On Rocks Activities for Kindergarten and First Grade

I love teaching science topics in the primary classroom. There are many different physical science and life science topics to be explored at this stage of learning. Students in the early years are so fascinated by these lessons and are always eager to try some hands-on learning activities. This is a ... READ the POST

Reading Activities that Make Reading Fun!

Can I tell you a secret? I don't love reading. The idea of curling up with a book on the weekend is not enticing to me. When I think back, I have some books that I enjoyed but don't have great memories of reading. That is something that I don't want my students to experience. So making reading fun ... READ the POST

The Power of Experiential Learning Activities

I still vividly remember the year I changed from third grade to kindergarten. I jumped into my new adventure with two feet ready to instill knowledge in my new class of twenty-two 5 and 6-year-olds. I'd found some amazing resources and we were ready to sing, dance, and play our way through ... READ the POST

5 Simple Ways to Weave Prewriting Skills into Your Routine

I think it’s fairly safe to say that watching students become independent and confident writers is an end-game goal for all teachers in early elementary classrooms. But long before any child can start mastering the formation of letters and numbers, comes the practice of prewriting skills! If you're ... READ the POST

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