If you’re a teacher in the primary grades, I’m willing to bet that you are always on the lookout for new ways to help your students expand reading comprehension and fluency skills. This is a BIG topic in first grade and if you ask me, you can never get enough practice with reading! One of…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! And you know what that means… a little extra classroom chaos! In all fairness, we’re just as excited about the holidays as students, right? With winter break just around the corner, I’m here to bring you some engaging December activities that will help calm the chaos, and…
October is such a fun month in the classroom! Halloween is just around the corner, and there are so many fun fall themes to explore with young learners. If you’re hoping to freshen up your lesson plans this fall, come along to check out some of my favorite, engaging October activities for the primary classroom!…
September is such a fun month in the classroom! This time of year lays the foundation for success all year long. Plus, it’s the start of the fall season – my favorite! If you’re getting ready for a fun-filled month in your classroom, take a peek at some of my favorite September activities for the…
Ahhh, August…. we all know what that means. Back to school is upon us! As teachers, August is by far the busiest month in the classroom. That means it’s time to get back to basics, teach your new crop of kiddos the ropes, and ease into your routines. If you’re looking for fun and engaging…
Summer means school is out for many, but not everyone takes a traditional summer break, and there’s summer school too! If you’re in a year-round school district, working the summer school sessions, teaching in a summer education program, or wanting to keep kids at home busy this post is for you! Today, I’m sharing some…