Everyone has a story to tell. What is yours?
Students love to receive notes from their teacher! In our digital world, a handwritten or personalized note can add that special touch and let students know how much you care. Classroom postcards are a quick and easy way to jot a personal note to your students, communicate with families about an upcoming school event, let families know when school supplies… Read More
Having stuffed animals in the classroom can provide emotional comfort and academic support. Here are five ways you can use stuffed animals in the classroom. Reading Buddies This is probably the most common way that teachers use stuffed animals in the classroom. If you use The Daily 5 for your reading block, you know that Read to Someone can… Read More
Spring in the classroom is an interesting time. Not only are students blooming and growing with their learning, but they are also becoming more like a family. And like any family, there are bound to be a few things that start to get on your nerves. One thing that always seems to pop up every spring is students who interrupt…. Read More
Transitions do not always come easy for students. However, getting from point A to point B doesn’t have to be a nightmare. Here are three quick tips to help improve hallway behavior. The most important thing you need to do is set your expectations. I love using acronyms with my students, so I played with the word LINE and… Read More
As you start another school year, I’m sure you have a million and one things planned to do with your students. One thing you should definitely take the time to do is set goals with your classroom. They really help set a purpose for ALL of your students and help with building classroom community. I’ve posted about how I set… Read More
Raffle tickets are a great way to practice math skills in the classroom, but did you know they can be a great management tool, too? Today I want to share with you how I have used math tickets in my 2nd and 3rd grade classroom. Spring was always an interesting time of the school year for me. The students were… Read More
I love seeing little libraries popping up in different areas of town, but I haven't seen one like this yet! 😍
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The Little Free Library is a nonprofit organization that aims to inspire people and help build community by encouraging people to install book exchanges in their neighborhoods. Since 2009, the organiz...“When fall winds blow cold
and jack-o-lanterns lose their smiles,
when branches lie bare,
and corn stalks rustle in the wind,
that’s when it’s time for
Thanksgiving in the Woods.”
This story follows along as one family packs up and heads out into the woods. There, they are greeted by family and friends. Soon, everyone pitches in to set up the tables, build the bonfire, and hang tarps over tree branches. Together they share a meal, combine their musical talents, and simply enjoy being together.
Thanksgiving in the Woods by Phyllis Alsdurf is based on the true story of a family that has been hosting an outdoor feast for their family and friends each year in upstate New York. This story is filled with lyrical text and beautiful illustrations. It would be a great way to start a discussion about the different Thanksgiving traditions your students celebrate!
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I love reading stories to my kids and I'm pretty sure they love it, too! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
