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.
Summer Reading List 2026
There’s just something about summer that makes reading feel extra special. Maybe it’s longer days, slower evenings, vacation travel, or simply having a little more time to sit outside {or inside in the AC!} with a good book and relax. Every summer, I look forward to putting together a list
How to Build Critical Thinking in K–2 Math
If you’ve ever had a student finish a math worksheet in record time and immediately ask, “What do I do now?”, you’re not alone. In the primary grades, worksheets help build fluency, but they don’t always give students opportunities to think deeply or apply what they’ve learned. And with the
How to Plan a Meaningful 100th Day of School (Without Overplanning or Burning Out)
By the time the 100th day of school rolls around, most teachers are somewhere between excited and exhausted. The kids are buzzing, the calendar is packed, and suddenly it feels like the pressure is on to create a day that’s fun, memorable, and Instagram-worthy. Here’s the thing, though: the 100th
My Favorite Books of 2025
I read a lot in 2025 {okay… a lot a lot}, but not every book sticks with you once you turn the final page. The books below are the ones I still found myself thinking about after I finished because of their great storytelling, strong characters, and that “just one
The Best Games to Gift Kids Ages 5–9
Finding a great game for kids ages 5 to 9 can feel tricky. You want something fun and engaging for the child receiving it, but also something the whole family can enjoy without needing a rulebook and a pot of coffee. The sweet spot? Games that are easy to learn,
