Can I be really honest with you all? When I first started hearing about sound walls I wasn’t sure if they were just going to be the newest trend. There was so much hype about moving away from our beloved word walls and replacing them with new shiny sound walls. I will admit I was […]
The Many Benefits of Using Read Alouds
There are so many benefits of using read alouds in your classroom. To state a few- students who listen to their teacher read aloud will develop a strong vocabulary, build connections between spoken and written words, increase their attention span, and it strengthens their cognitive abilities. Not to mention, it’s fun! In this post, we’ll […]
Building Background Knowledge Made Easy
Building background knowledge is like building a bridge. It’s meeting your students where they are and then continuing to build on what they already know. Eventually you guys will keep building until you reach mastery and that bridge is completely constructed. It is a crucial part of learning and helps students make meaningful connections so […]
5 Classroom Management Hacks to Make it to the End of the Year
Has your end of year countdown begun?! I know by the time the end of the year rolls around, the kids are checked out and ready for summer AND so are we! In this post, I’m going to share some easy and engaging end of the year management hacks to help make your end of […]
Teaching Money Made Fun
Can you think of anything more hands on than money?! It’s something that we experience in their everyday lives so it’s definitely a crucial skill to master! And I don’t know about you but when I mention money to my kiddos, it’s usually instant excitement. It’s our job to keep that eagerness by making learning […]
5 Easy and Fun Ideas for Teaching Kindness
“In a world where you can be anything, be kind.” This is so powerful because kindness heals and it’s always a good idea to choose compassion. They are small acts that can make such a big difference. Kindness is so impactful when it comes to getting your class through tough times and simply giving them […]
5 Easy Tips for Building Vocabulary
Did you know that vocabulary is one of the biggest predictors of reading success in students? The words we use on a daily basis with our students, in addition to the vocabulary instruction we provide, are CRUCIAL for them! Since it’s so important, it’s only right to get some really great tools and strategies for […]
5 Fantastically Fun Spring Activities
How do you announce to someone that winter is coming to an end? You spring it on them! These super engaging spring activities are sure to bring the fun to your classroom this season. The best part? All the learning that happens during all the exciting games! Students will practice math, reading, and of course […]
8 Tips and Tricks for Indoor Recess
Are you looking for easy and engaging ideas for indoor recess? Well look no further! Unfortunately, sometimes we just can’t go outside for recess. It could be bad weather, playground construction, or something that has disrupted your schedule. Indoor recess can be two dreaded words that might leave you a tad bit stressed trying to […]
10 Easy Tips for Tackling Spring Fever in the Classroom
Spring means warmer weather, blooming flowers, and the dreaded… spring fever. Raise your hand if you have ever felt personally victimized by the warm weather turning your sweet students into out of control, antsy kiddos that seem to have lost all their attention span! It’s me. I’m raising my hand. And if you can relate, […]
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