Boost Class Spirit with Tie-Dyed T-shirts!

…Easy for all the details. Making tie-dyed t-shirts was a great activity for boosting class spirit, and it proved to be an excellent classroom management tool as well – or…

Helping Children Cope with Tragedy

…heaven and we would find a way to carry on together. That we loved them, and so did she, that we would never allow her sparkling personality and loving spirit

Teaching Informational Text with Magazines

…Giveaway Next Giveaway Deadline: October 12, 2019 As I mentioned above, some airlines have a “Mags for Miles” program where you can get magazines for free. It just so happens…

Teaching Children Not to Be Rude!

…Want to Do it My Way! She enjoys visiting schools and talking with kids; in fact, she’s done over 800 school visits! You can learn more at her website, www.juliacookonline.com….

Is Your Classroom ELL-Friendly?

…could be! 1. Do you make use of environmental print? Use anchor charts. Consider putting the word “horizontal” across the top of your door frame and “vertical” down the side…

How to Create a Class Handbook that Rocks!

…If you sent home a handbook during the first week of school with information about that policy, you can politely direct the parent to that handbook. Creating a handbook also…

Spelling Stories – Creativity Unleashed!

…stories can be tricky to grade, but if you’re going to grade them, it’s important for your students to understand your grading policy. Rubrics are perfect for grading these types…

Field Trips – Follow Up on the Fun!

…you and parent volunteers to identify your students quickly in a crowd. To learn more, read Boost Class Spirit with Tie-Dyed T-Shirts. Your students will love designing their own T-shirts,…

Favorite Read Alouds for November

…as enjoyed sharing them with mine. They are a great way to foster a warm holiday spirit in the classroom. If you’re looking for ready-to-use printables and activities to go…