No is a very powerful word, but it isn't always easy to say. Learning to say no is an important step towards setting boundaries and protecting your energy, your beliefs, and your heart. I Can Say No is a great book to show kids that it's okay to say no without feeling guilty. Here are a few activities to pair with this book. I received a copy of this book from the National Center for Youth Issues (NCYI) in exchange for an honest review. ABOUT THE BOOK Written by: Jenny SimmonsIllustrated by: Kristin Sorra In I Can ... read more
Making Ten Games and Activities
Making ten is a key building block that helps students mentally add bigger numbers as they get older. So how can we make sure kids know all of their tens partners or ways to make 10? We practice! Here are some of my favorite games and activities for making ten. MAKING TEN GAMES AND ACTIVITIES Here are a handful of games and activities you can use with students while practicing making ten. Most of these require a deck of cards to play, but you might have some ten frames and red and yellow counters on hand, as well. TENS ... read more
Friendship Books for Kids
Friendships are an important part of childhood. They teach our children about kindness, cooperation, empathy, sharing, and more. But friendships don't come easily for every child. That's when books can help. Here are some of my favorite friendship books for kids. These stories help children learn how to be a good friend, how to include others, and how to see things from another person's perspective. You can click on any of the covers below to learn more about each book. Or click the buttons to shop for these books on Amazon and ... read more
Ways to Encourage Kindness in the Classroom
Kindness is so important, but doesn't come easily to everyone. Sometimes we need to explicitly teach and model this trait for our students just as we would for academic skills. Here are some easy ways to encourage kindness in the classroom. WAYS TO ENCOURAGE KINDNESS IN THE CLASSROOM Read and Share Books about Kindness Books reach students in unique ways, so don't underestimate the power of your read aloud choices. Not only will books about kindness deliver an important message, but they are a great way to start meaningful ... read more
Valentine’s Day Books for Kids
Valentine's Day will be here before you know it. It's a day to celebrate friendship, kindness, and love. Whether you're in the classroom or sharing books with your own kids at home, here are some great Valentine's Day books. You can click on any of the covers below to learn more about each book. Or click the buttons to shop for these books on Amazon and Bookshop. Valentine's Day Picture Books Love Monster Love Monster is a slightly hairy monster trying to fit in with the cuddly residents of Cutesville. But as it turns ... read more
Classroom Management Tips
Whether you're a brand new teacher, a veteran, or somewhere in between, you've probably encountered a challenging student or two in the classroom. I know I have. It's important to create an environment that is welcoming, but also one where learning can take place. Here are some classroom management tips to help you maintain that balance. CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT TIPS FOR TEACHERS BE PREPARED One of the first things I learned about teaching was to always be prepared. That means making sure to plan lessons carefully. As a new teacher, it ... read more
Don’t Be Afraid to Drop Activities
Throughout our lives we are faced with many changes. Change can be good, but it isn't always easy. It involves taking risks and being open to new possibilities. Don't Be Afraid to Drop by Julia Cook shows kids how keeping an open mind and taking on a positive perspective can help us step outside of our comfort zone. I want to share some activities you can pair with this book. I received a copy of this book from the National Center for Youth Issues (NCYI) in exchange for an honest review. ABOUT THE BOOK Written by: ... read more
Books for the 100th Day of School
The 100th Day of School is a big milestone for young students. Here are some books to help you celebrate the 100th Day of School! You can click on any of the covers below to learn more about each book. Or click the buttons to shop for these books on Amazon and Bookshop. BOOKS FOR THE 100TH DAY OF SCHOOL The Night Before the 100th Day of School The 100th day of school is almost here and one student is desperate to find 100 of anything to bring to class. Then all of sudden inspiration strikes, and he comes up with a ... read more
Hundreds Chart Activities
Hundreds charts are a valuable tool for helping kids master counting skills, developing number sense, recognizing patterns, and more. Here are some of my favorite hundreds chart activities and games to try in the classroom or at home. Hundreds Chart Activities Let's get started with some of my favorite hundreds chart activities. fill-in-the-missing number When students need additional practice with counting to 100, I like using these missing number puzzles. skip counting To help students identify and see patterns, ... read more
Books About Snowmen
When the first signs of snow arrive, kids are ready to bundle up and head outside to enjoy their favorite activities. While you wait, grab a cup of cocoa and curl up to enjoy these books about snowmen. You can click on any of the covers below to learn more about each book. Or click the buttons to shop for these books on Amazon and Bookshop. BOOKS ABOUT SNOWMEN Snowmen at Night Have you ever built a snowman and discovered the next day that his grin has gotten a little crooked, or his tree-branch arms have moved? And ... read more
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