Everyone has a story to tell. What is yours?
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
If you want to encourage a love of reading in your classroom, you will need a wide variety of books. Finding those books is not always easy and your wallet can take a big hit! Here are ten ways you can add books to your classroom library. Scholastic I did my student teaching in a first grade classroom, but… Read More
May will be here before you know it which also means that Mother’s Day is just around the corner. For many years, making gifts for Mother’s Day actually stressed me out. Instead of asking my parent volunteers to lend a hand, I started to take on the projects by myself because I didn’t want any of the moms to end… Read More
One of the supplies I always have on hand in the classroom is sheet protectors. They are durable, affordable, versatile, and easy to use which is a win-win situation in my book. Here are four ways I have used them in my classroom. GAMES AND CENTERS Sheet protectors are the perfect way to provide repeated practice for students while… 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
Look at this great book sharing idea for Valentine's Day! It's called Blind Date with a Book. Students can wrap up a good book and write a description on the outside. Then others can choose a new book based on the description!A BLIND DATE WITH A BOOK! 😍 Wrap the books and write a description on each of them- have the kiddos read the descriptions and pick a book for a blind reading date! How memorable! What an amazing idea for #valentinesday! Thank you for sharing Jessica! I see so many teachers trying this out! @thegreenelementaryteacher LOVE! #books #reading #library #blinddate
Now I wish I worked in a school with a staircase. I love this idea!I have all of the heart eyes for this beautiful staircase by @newacademycanogapark!!!
These are some of the books they’ve read during their schoolwide book time! This is such an awesome way to encourage reading!
I finished up two more nonfiction companions. These book packs pair with It's Snowing! and Penguins, which are both written by Gail Gibbons. Click on the images to learn more!
Are you learning about penguins this month? These are some great books to add to your shelf! 🐧
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