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How to Play Virtual Valentine’s Day Bingo
Valentine’s Day in the classroom can be overwhelming! It just seems like there is SO much going on in February–Groundhog’s Day, 100th Day, Presidents’ Day. You can keep Valentine’s Day low-key and still have a lot of fun. Here’s how to play Virtual Valentine Bingo. How to Prepare Students will
10 Different Ways to Use Virtual Libraries
Virtual Libraries have so many uses in the classroom. The changes to the way we deliver instruction this year required a lot of new technologies and tools for keeping students engaged. My two passions are having fun while learning and reading every day. I always made it a goal to
Energize the New Year: Activities for the Week After Winter Break
Get ready to hit the ground running after a well-deserved break! While it can be challenging to jump back into the swing of things, I’ve got some great tips to help you make a smooth transition. So let’s dive in and make this return to routine an exciting and successful
Easy Holiday Classroom Activities for Teaching in December
December is here, and the holiday spirit is in full swing! With all the excitement buzzing in your classroom, it’s the perfect time to blend learning and celebration. Whether you’re looking for ways to keep your students focused or just want to sprinkle some holiday magic into your lessons, these
How to Boost Student Writing Engagement with Simple Strategies
I’ve often heard teachers ask, “How can I make writing more engaging for my students?” Writing can be challenging, which is why it’s a common pain point for many learners. For teachers, writing instruction requires a delicate balance of providing guidance and offering constructive feedback. Here are some straightforward strategies
17 Fun and Easy Classroom Rewards Students Actually Love
Let’s delve into creative classroom reward ideas that foster teamwork, build morale, and bring an extra layer of motivation to the learning environment. While acknowledging the importance of intrinsic motivation, these rewards aim to celebrate achievements and create a positive classroom community. 1. Dance Party: Kick off the fun with
Not Sure How to Teach Guided Math? The Myths and Facts
Guided Math has been one of the trends in the last decade. It’s like as soon as these buzzwords arise, some districts are quick to want to shift immediately. But, like any new educational trend, we need to really evaluate whether or not the instructional strategy is the best fit
Balancing Being a Mom and Teacher
Congratulations! You have chosen two of the most difficult jobs that ever co-existed 🙂 It is NOT for the faint of heart (but you have probably already figured that out). And it looks nothing like this cozy mom up there chilling on the couch while her baby sleeps soundly (stock
Totally FREE Detailed December Lesson Plans for 2nd Grade
It’s December! There are just a few weeks until winter break and I am here to share my plans with you for the upcoming weeks. I chose the following themes and you can check everything out in my FREE downloadable December lesson plans for 2nd grade: Winter Holidays Trees and
How to Set Up A Successful Writing Center
Setting up a writing center can feel overwhelming. Where should everything go? How can I keep it stocked without running out of supplies too quickly? Will students actually use the examples, vocabulary words, and writing prompts, or will they just breeze past them? And who’s going to keep it all
