I love teaching social studies! It’s especially fun to teach social studies topics in grades K-2. We get to be the first ones to introduce so many topics to our students. Geography is a great example of this. My seven continents unit has always been one of my favorites to
Board games are an incredible tool to help build math skills for 1st graders and young children! From counting, addition and subtraction to learning fractions and logic, board games can provide an entertaining and effective way to improve math skills. Math board games allow students to practice their math while
In both kindergarten and first grade, there is a heavy emphasis on teaching US Symbols to kids during social studies. Students must recognize and name each symbol, but it can be difficult to find the time and resources to teach them! I have three different ways to introduce and reinforce
We’ve all had those moments in our classroom where we’ve planned the absolute perfect lesson that will fill the entire time we’ve set aside…and then your kids end up whizzing through it or it completely falls flat, leaving you scratching your head, frustrated, or exhausted! Or, maybe your kids get
Counting down the days till Summer? I sure am! But, we still have LOTS of learning this month so I’m excited to use May’s Centers in a Snap to keep my kids engaged and learning throughout the month! Centers in a Snap are ready-to-go math games that save teachers time
Grammar may bring groans from first graders {and their teachers}! I, for one, love teaching grammar, but I also know that it’s not everyone’s favorite thing to teach. That’s why I have found these painless grammar ideas for first grade. Overall, these simple ways to teach grammar are fun for
