Valentine’s Day is a perfect opportunity to go beyond the traditional classroom activities and teach young students the importance of kindness and community! There are so many great books to read and projects to add to your February that will make everyone feel good. As you plan your February, consider
As teachers, we know that there are plenty of essentials we just can’t live without—dry-erase markers, student supplies, and those all-important reading books. But what about the classroom tools that are fun, bring a little extra flair to your classroom, and aren’t strictly necessary? While these classroom tools may not
As the days grow colder and the excitement of winter fills the air, there’s nothing better than curling up with a good book. But, since we can’t just curl up with books all day, we can at least introduce our students to stories that capture the magic, wonder, and lessons
Gratitude is HUGE in my life. I will go to the ends of the earth for someone as long as I know they are grateful! So, it’s very important for me to do all I can with my students to help develop their sense of gratitude in my classroom. This
When students miss school due to extended travel plans or other reasons, it’s so important to make sure they continue to learn outside the classroom. While we, as teachers, understand the value of experiences gained from travel and time away from school, keeping up with academic work can help prevent
My favorite thing to do on a rainy day {well, quite honestly any day} is read! So, having a classroom Read-In Day is a no-brainer – even if it’s not raining! Read-In Day is a fantastic way to immerse your students in the joy of reading while giving them a
