The Best Classroom Pets: Fun Alternatives Students Will Love
When students walk into a classroom and see a pet, their eyes light up. Not only are the best classroom pets engaging and fun, but…
Transition Time Activity for Upper Elementary: Mental Clue
The game of Mental Clue is a terrific transition time activity for upper elementary students. It provides a fun challenge for students while also being…
Laying the Groundwork for Differentiation: Fair Isn’t Always Equal
Laying the groundwork for differentiation is a critical part of setting up the school year. Students in my upper elementary class should expect to see…
Teaching the 6 Qualities of a Good Learner
Teaching students the qualities of a good learner may be the thing that changes your students forever! One of the biggest mistakes we can make…
5 Ways to Use Invisible Ink in the Classroom
When the kids start to get antsy, it’s time to pull out the bells and whistles. AND…by bells and whistles I mean invisible ink, of…
Partner Your Students With Ease
I’m always looking for creative ways to manage my classroom. I find that things just operate more smoothly when there is a system in place.…
Fortune Cookie Quotes For the Classroom
“At the end of the day, people won’t remember what you said or did, they will remember how you made them feel.” ~Maya Angelou For…
First Day Tried & True Linky Party!
If you are getting ready to kick off a new school year and are looking for some fresh new teacher-tested activities for the first day…
Channel “Insert Teacher Name” FREEBIE!
Here is a simple little tool that I use with my students when it is time to “tune” them back into the conversation. I try…