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5 Snow Themed Activities

Winter is my favorite season to teach (fall is my favorite). We have a pretty mild winter here compared to other parts of the country, so I do try to make it extra special for the kids. We spend a lot of time talking about snow. Check out this blog post that is all about snow. That was one of favorite day teaching. We are about to return to school for face to face instruction after 2 months ... Read More about 5 Snow Themed Activities

Review Classroom Expectations

When you return to the classroom after winter break, it is important to take some time to review classroom expectations. Students thrive when they know what is expected of them, especially after having 2 weeks off of school. I repeat-REVIEW YOUR CLASSROOM EXPECTATATIONS. Even if your class was only out for 2 weeks, I guarantee your students did not follow a schedule. The holidays always throw ... Read More about Review Classroom Expectations

Turkey Math Centers and Crafts

Gobble, Gobble! Who is ready for some turkey fun???? Today, I am sharing my favorite Turkey Activities. First, I am going to show you my Turkey Math Centers, Worksheets, and Exit Tickets How fun are these Turkey Math Centers??? They come in BOTH color and black and white to meet your printing needs. You could even print off a class set in black and white and toss at the end of the week, if you ... Read More about Turkey Math Centers and Crafts

Simple Fall Activities for the Socially Distanced Classroom

Have you returned to in person learning yet? Are struggling to figure out how to keep students engaged with meaningful activities while staying 6 feet apart? This has been challenge for me. I am used to hands on learning with centers. Paper and pencil activities have their place in a classroom, but all day long seems like WAY to much. I am definitely trying to get creative. We do a lot of cut and ... Read More about Simple Fall Activities for the Socially Distanced Classroom

Time Saving Tips For Math Centers

Do you utilize math rotations in your classroom? Math centers are a great way to incorporate independence and corporative learning skills. It gives you time to work with students one on one or in small groups with skills they are struggling with. I know it can be overwhelming to get started with centers, especially if you are a new teacher. Time can be a huge struggle. Time to prep the centers, ... Read More about Time Saving Tips For Math Centers

Fine Motor Tips and Tricks

Fine Motor is so important in an Early Childhood classroom. Strong Fine motor skills help to strengthen those little finger muscles needed for writing stamina. Students without writing stamina will write less then their peers, not because they do not have the ideas, but because they will fatigue before they can write their ideas. They will write simple sentences rather then elaborate sentences ... Read More about Fine Motor Tips and Tricks