Everyone has a story to tell. What is yours?
Do your students need more practice with counting coin combinations? Try a game! This coin toss game is easy to set up and your students will have fun while learning. COIN TOSS GAME Many students need a lot of opportunities to identify, sort, and count coins. This coin toss game will help your students practice these skills in a fun… Read More
Crankenstein is back in a new story that’s perfect to read before Halloween. Keep reading to find some activities you can use with Trick or Treat Crankenstein. About the Book Written by: Samantha BergerIllustrated by: Dan Santat This year, Crankenstein’s favorite day of all—Halloween—has gone rotten! Creepy-cool costumes, super-scary jack-o’-lanterns, and loads of candy have been RUINED by costume disasters,… Read More
The start of the school year often brings a wide variety of emotions. There is excitement about new possibilities mixed with some nerves about the unknown. You can help ease some of those fears by sharing the book, A Letter From Your Teacher on the First Day of School. I have created a free letter and envelope craft to pair… Read More
The beginning of the school year is often a combination of excitement, nerves, and possibilities. This year is no exception! One of my favorite books to start the year is All Are Welcome by Alexandra Penfold and Suzanne Kaufman. This book follows a group of children through a day in their school where everyone is welcomed with open arms. A… Read More
“I don’t know what to write!” Have you ever heard this before? I’m guessing you have. So, how can we help young writers when they are stuck for inspiration? It’s time to try these Idea Jar activities! ABOUT THE BOOK The idea jar is where students keep their ideas—anything from a Viking to a space robot to a giant dragon…. Read More
When kids must decide who goes first, they often turn to a quick game of Rock Paper Scissors. But have you ever wondered how that game got started? Drew Daywalt and Adam Rex teamed up to offer a humorous take on the game. Here are a few activities to pair with The Legend of Rock, Paper, Scissors. About The Book… Read More
