Morning Meeting has always been one of my favorite parts of the school day. But let’s be honest—coming up with a quick, engaging, low-prep activity can sometimes feel like one more thing on an already full to-do list. If you’re looking for simple ways to bring some December cheer into
I have always been a fan of Morning Meeting. But, my least favorite thing was coming up with a fun activity that was quick and low-prep. If you’re looking for some quick and easy ways to kick off October with your class, you’re in the right place. I’ve got four
It’s that time of year again–parent-teacher conferences. If I’m being completely honest, I used to dread them. However, after some experience and time to perfect my preparation, parent-teacher conferences have become a time to connect with families and learn more about my students while sharing updates about students’ progress in
Teaching young minds to navigate the pages of informational texts is a crucial skill that will empower them to become independent readers. In this blog post, we’ll explore effective strategies to introduce nonfiction text features, conduct engaging mini-lessons, and provide free graphic organizers to support your students’ learning journey. What
As teachers, we know that returning from a break can feel a bit chaotic. However, it’s also an excellent opportunity to refresh everyone’s memory and set the tone for the rest of the academic year. By reconnecting and reviewing routines with your students, you can ensure that everyone is on
It’s time to start the day, and what better way to do that than with some fun and engaging morning meeting games? With these 10 creative ideas, you can focus students’ attention, review important skills, build class unity, and create an exciting learning environment—all before diving into your daily lesson
Are you looking for a way to practice counting coins and equivalent coins? Race to $1 is a fun-filled game that reinforces coins and their values. It’s easy to set up and play! I love it because not only are students learning about coins, they are practicing addition! So make
Are you finding that your students’ daily prompt writing is becoming tedious and monotonous? As teachers, our goal is to keep learning exciting for our students so they can fully achieve their academic potential. Fortunately, by taking a few simple steps to switch things up in the classroom, we can
Are you looking for ways to manage your classroom and create an environment that’s safe and conducive to learning? Good classroom management not only helps minimize disruptions but also promotes a positive learning atmosphere. Luckily, there are several approaches that have been successful in encouraging students’ academic development. In this
If you’re like me, you want to make sure your students are on track with their decoding skills. But, sometimes it’s hard to know where to start. This quick assessment can help you get a sense of your students’ decoding abilities in just a few minutes. Today, I am sharing
Grab this FREE memory game to get your students thinking and moving! 🧠✨ Perfect for morning meetings, brain breaks, or indoor recess. 🎯
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