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Thankful Writing Activity: Easy Expository Writing Lesson

Happy November! Is there a better time to write about all the things we are thankful for? This writing topic might seem  

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Celebrate Do Something Nice Day!

Did you know that October 5th is Do Something Nice Day? Google it and you’ll see! What a great time to teach your  

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Free Halloween Word Work – Seek & Spell Fun!

How much time do you spend each week on spelling instruction? If you’re an upper elementary teacher, the answer is probably “not  

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Honoring 9/11 – A Delicate Balance

Each year on September 11th, we reflect on a series of horrific events that changed the course of history. As a teacher,  

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Grab your Free 2023 – 2024 School Year Calendar!

Years ago, I searched everywhere to find the perfect calendar to use with my students, but I couldn’t find one  

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Studying with a Buddy Makes Test Prep Fun!

I’ve never been one to spend months teaching test prep strategies, but I also feel we’re doing kids a disservice if we  

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Free Leprechaun Luck Math Game for St. Patrick’s Day

Looking for a fun math game for St. Patrick’s Day? You’re in luck! My free Leprechaun Luck Math Game makes it easy  

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February Fun – Free Lessons You’ll Love!

February is packed with fun holidays, making it a great time to integrate seasonal activities into your lessons. This month’s special events  

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Lunar New Year Traditions: Free Teaching Resources

Happy New Year! It’s February 1st which means it’s the first day of the Lunar New Year! Celebrating the Lunar New Year  

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Wordle Wiz Game: Free Kid-friendly Version of Wordle

Have you played Wordle yet? It’s a free online game created by Josh Wardle that involves guessing a 5-letter word in six  

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Sharing the Joy of Giving! A Holiday Giving Project

One of the things I miss most about not being in the classroom is the opportunity to teach kids about the joy  

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Making Connections with Pumpkin Seed Multiplication

When kids first learn about multiplication, it’s an alien concept. The best way to help them understand what multiplication means is to  

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