New Year traditions seem more for adults, but they don’t have to be! For me, I spend time reflecting on the past year and what changes and goals I can make and set for the new year. Why don’t we teach our kids the same thing? The New Year activity is a perfect way to […]
Classroom Party Ideas for the Holidays
The month of December is one of my favorite times in the classroom. There’s a short window of time between Thanksgiving break and the Holiday break. Our school is allotted a certain number of class parties, and the holiday season is one of those times. Do you need classroom party ideas for the holiday season? […]
Birthday Books for Classroom Birthdays
Planning for a new school year is quite a task. There is so many things to do, organize, and plan before those students walk in on the first day. One thing, I feel, gets overlooked are birthdays. Do you have something fun planned on those special days? These birthday books are easy to prep, and […]
Back to School Student Gift
The first day of school can bring along so many emotions. A lot of kids love the first day of school, but many are also a little nervous and even scared to start a new year with a new teacher. How cool is it when your students walk in and find a little gift from […]
End of the Year Resources for Your Classroom
The end of the school year is an exciting time of year. There is so much going on, so usually the last few weeks fly by. Most teachers would agree. The last week or week and a half is a full on celebration. Your students are tired and ready for a break from cramming so […]
WAYS TO ORGANIZE YOUR THEMATIC UNITS
As a teacher, having an organized classroom is so important. I feel that a classroom runs efficiently with an organized space. Obviously, most teachers keep files saved to computers. I do the same. However, I print off my units and file them away. This saves me time as well! Find out how I organize my […]