Beloved Book Series for Confident 1st & 2nd Grade Readers
I’ve already written about popular Beginning Reading Series, but now that Luke has finished up first grade {I’m NOT okay with that, btw!} I thought I’d share some series that he has loved as he’s developed into a confident reader this past year. What I love about a series is
How to Get Reluctant Writers Excited About Journal Writing in K-2
There’s almost always one moment during writing time that every primary teacher recognizes immediately. One student is staring at a blank page. Another suddenly needs to sharpen their pencil for the third time. Someone quietly whispers, “I don’t know what to write.” Meanwhile, you’re trying to help students brainstorm ideas
Why Math Games Work Better Than Worksheets for Fact Fluency in K-2 Classrooms
There is a moment during math time that almost every elementary teacher recognizes immediately. You pass out another worksheet and suddenly the energy in the room changes. Some students rush through it as quickly as possible. Others stare at the page and avoid getting started. A few students may even
Fun Compound Word Activities for Kindergarten and First Grade Students
Teaching compound words is one of those skills that seems simple at first…until students head off to literacy centers and suddenly every word combination becomes a guessing game. We know our young learners often need lots of repetition and hands-on practice before compound words truly click. The good news is
Why Following Directions Activities Are More Important Than Ever in K-2 Classrooms
Discover fun and easy following directions activities for K-2 students that strengthen listening skills, attention, and classroom routines.
Easy Holiday Activities for 1st & 2nd Grade That Require Zero Prep
If you’ve ever looked around your classroom the week before any holiday and thought, “How am I going to get through this week?”… you’re not alone. The excitement is real. Schedules are off. Students are buzzing. And somehow, you’re still expected to keep learning going while managing all that energy.
