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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Imagine yourself as a student in a new classroom during the first week of school. Unless your teacher starts off
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Have you heard about International Dot Day? It’s celebrated on September 15th, and it’s all about encouraging kids to discover how they
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Easter egg activities aren’t just for little ones! You might not take older kids on an Easter egg hunt, but you can
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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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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 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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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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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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November is right around the corner, and what better time to write about all the things we are thankful for? This writing
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When do you start teaching poetry in your classroom? If you wait until April because it’s National Poetry Month, consider introducing poetry
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A few years ago I posted a question on Facebook asking teachers to tell me their favorite book to read aloud for
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