Establishing a strong foundation in math from the very beginning is essential for elementary students. By implementing effective strategies during your math block, you can create a positive and engaging learning environment that promotes enthusiasm, understanding, and ...
Read More
Fresh From the Blog
The Ultimate Teacher Checklist (100+ Items to Start Your Year Off Right!)
As a teacher, beginning a new school year with confidence and preparedness is crucial. To ensure a successful academic journey for both you and your students, it's essential to have a comprehensive teacher checklist in place. From safety measures and routines to ...
Read More
7 Tips for a Super Organized Back to School Season
The back-to-school season can be a whirlwind of activities, but with these seven hacks, you can ensure a smoothly organized transition for both teachers and students. From optimizing morning routines to fostering classroom community, these strategies will help you create an ...
Read More
5 Things I Wish I Knew as a First Year Teacher
The first year of teaching is a transformative experience for educators. As a first year teacher, I discovered invaluable lessons that shaped my teaching practice. In this blog post, I will share five essential tips for first year teachers, equipping them with the knowledge ...
Read More
6 Fun Games About Telling Time Kids Will Love
Do you ever wonder if analog clocks will even be around when our students are older? It's one of the reasons I started incorporating digital clocks into my games about telling time. Even without analog clocks, children telling time is a fundamental skill that they need to ...
Read More
6 Whiteboard Games Your Students Will Fall In Love With
Looking for a fun and interactive way to engage your students during class? Look no further than whiteboard games! These games are not only entertaining, but they also promote teamwork, critical thinking, and creativity. In this blog post, we'll be sharing six whiteboard ...
Read More
6 Interesting Morning Meeting Games to Play Any Time of Year
Calling all elementary teachers! Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to kick off your morning meetings? Look no further! In this blog post, I'll be sharing some exciting and interactive morning meeting games that you can play with your students at any time of year. ...
Read More
5 Better Ideas for Spiral Review in Math (See You Later, Worksheets!)
Are you a math teacher who's struggling to keep your students motivated and engaged in reviewing previous lessons? Don't worry, I've got you covered! In this blog post, I'll explore five creative ideas for spiral review in math that are sure to keep your students excited and ...
Read More
10 Questions for Student Reflection (The Perfect Send-Off)
As the school year comes to a close, it's important to take a moment to reflect on all the experiences and memories made over the past several months. Asking your students some simple yet thought-provoking questions can help them process their emotions, appreciate their ...
Read More
6 Creative (And Easy!) End of Year Countdown Ideas
As the school year winds down and summer vacation approaches, it's always fun to count down the days until break. To make the end of the school year special, here are 6 creative and easy ideas for an end of year countdown that students can do with their classmates! From good ...
Read More
3 Genius Math Review Games That Will Wow Your Students
Are you tired of the same old math review drills and worksheets? Do you want to engage your students in a fun and interactive way? Look no further! In this blog post, we'll introduce you to three math review games that your students will beg to play. Get ready to spice up ...
Read More
This Homemade Mother’s Day Gift Is Brilliantly Easy AND Heartfelt
Mother's Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with a homemade Mother's Day gift? For students looking to show their appreciation for the special women in their lives, a set of cards to open all year is a perfect choice. Not only is it a ...
Read More
4 Free Valentine’s Day Writing Prompts Kids and Teachers Will L-O-V-E
I'm not a huge fan of pink and frills, but I am an absolute sucker for Valentine's Day--which explains my love for Valentine's Day writing prompts. (True story--I don't even like conversation hearts!) Call me a walking enigma but there is nothing that gives me the warm ...
Read More
The 4 Best Lunar New Year Children’s Books
When it comes to choosing the best lunar new year children's books for kids, there's honestly still a limited selection. Options have improved over the last several years, but I've yet to find the *perfect* Lunar New Year book. Although, these come very close.When it comes ...
Read More
You’ll Love My 3 Favorite New Year’s Books for Kids
When it comes to new year's books, I love them. Fresh start? Sign me up. Celebrating with friends? I'm there. But on the flip side, I'm not a huge fan of new year's resolutions. Do I make them? Sometimes. But the "traditional" vision of resolutions is long gone to me. Rather ...
Read More
8 Winter Writing Prompts That Will Warm Your Heart
It's that time of year again! The snow is falling, the temperatures are dropping, and your students are getting antsy. Time to break out the winter writing prompts! These 8 writing prompts are sure to get your students' creative juices flowing and warm their hearts all at ...
Read More
Multiplication Games That Are Fun For Kids And Easy for Teachers
Games are a great way to encourage teamwork while still making learning fun. Multiplication games, in particular, can be a great way to reinforce the concept of multiplication for struggling students. Here are three games that are sure to get your students engaged and ...
Read More
11 Ideas for Christmas Around the World Traditions To Teach This Year
When it comes to teaching Christmas around the world traditions, the possibilities are endless! You can teach about traditions from all over the world, and there are so many great ones to choose from. In this blog post, we will highlight some of the best traditions to teach ...
Read More
14 Essential Pre-Reading Questions to Ask Your Students
As a teacher, it's important to ask your students pre-reading questions before they read a book. This helps them get ready for the text and sets the stage for a successful reading experience. In this blog post, we will discuss 14 pre-reading questions that you can ask your ...
Read More
Christmas in Australia: 10 Facts to Share With Kids
Christmas in Australia is a fun-filled unit you can do with your class in December. This presents a wealth of opportunities for comparing and contrasting celebrations in different places. Christmas in Australia Fact #11. Christmas in Australia falls during the summer.This is ...
Read More
Arm you with high-quality tools: Sleep peacefully at night knowing you’re doing what’s best for your students.
Save your energy: Provide resources that cost you little energy (that stuff is precious)---but have high impact on your students.
Light your spark: Putting fun back into your classroom after the hardest teaching years can be just what you and your students need.