Let’s be honest, coming back after spring break can feel a little… chaotic. Students are excited, the weather is warmer, and focus can be hard to find! But you don’t have to just survive the rest of the school year. Instead, make spring magical with the right mix of engaging read-alouds and hands-on classroom activities that help students refocus, refresh… Read More
Let’s be honest, January in the classroom can feel a little… tough. But you don’t have to just survive this cold, dark month. Instead, make January magical with the right mix of great classroom read-alouds and hands-on activities that help students reset and re-engage in learning! In this post, I’ll show how you can use amazing stories and simple activities… Read More
Coming back after winter break can feel like hitting a classroom reset button. Students return with lots of energy, new habits, and often a few forgotten routines. Instead of struggling with the “after break chaos”, this is the perfect time to reset your classroom systems and set the tone for the rest of the year. By focusing on simple classroom… Read More
Coming back from a break can feel… a little like starting the school year all over again. You’ve got students who suddenly “forget” how to line up, routines that feel rusty, and energy that’s either way too high or even nonexistent. You’re tired, they’re distracted, and everyone’s a little out of sync. Sound a little too familiar? Trust me, you’re… Read More
The weeks after a long break can feel like hitting a hard reset in the classroom. Students return with new energy, new stories, and (sometimes!) new habits. Instead of fighting against the “after break chaos,” you can channel it into powerful activities that help your students reflect, reset, and reconnect, while rebuilding the routines and community you’ve worked so hard… Read More
Looking for a fun and creative November activity that will have your students giggling, brainstorming, and writing with purpose? Let me introduce you to the Turkey in Disguise project! A fan-favorite in primary classrooms and a go-to for bringing the fun back into fall writing. In addition, I promise it’ll also help you make it to that much needed break!… Read More
