By my 4th year of teaching, I was fortunate to have 1:1 Chromebooks in my classroom. I used them daily for listening to reading during literacy stations and math games during math centers. We would use them to play Kahoot from time to time or Prodigy Math which my students
Task cards, like many other teaching resources, have gone digital! And there are many different ways to utilize them in your math block and beyond. Read to the end to snag your free copy of these 2 Digit Addition Word Problem Interactive Task Cards! # 1″I do” Part of the
Although we might not quite be ready for that first school day of the new year, it’ll be here before we know it. So, while I’m sorta, kinda dreading it (sorry, not sorry), I’m napping… I mean, prepping. Here are 5 New Year’s activities for ringing in 2025 in the
One of the really wonderful things to come from 2020 was the urgency it created to learn new things. I’m sure we all learned some new tricks out of necessity. Here are some tech tools I will continue to use and encourage you to try this year! I’ve always considered
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
I started this post back in July but I had to stop. I knew I wanted to help teachers plan for virtual reading groups. But, honestly, I still wasn’t sure exactly how it would all work. Now that I am teaching (both in person and virtually), I feel a little
I’ve seen a lot of teachers ask “How do I make writing more engaging?” ? Writing takes a lot of work which makes it a pain point for many students. For teachers, writing instruction is a delicate balance of guidance and feedback. Here are some simple strategies that will boost
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
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
Planning for the beginning of the year is so important for setting the tone in your classroom. For my first 3 math lessons of the school year, I ask myself “What do I want to communicate about what is valued in our classroom in this subject area?“ In math, I
Grab this FREE memory game to get your students thinking and moving! 🧠✨ Perfect for morning meetings, brain breaks, or indoor recess. 🎯
© The Sassy Apple • Website by KristenDoyle.co
