Motivating Math Games

…teacher, I’ve been there, and I found that the best way to keep kids engaged any time of the year was by using math games. I love using games because…

Hands-on Water Cycle Fun!

…for the vegetation, and a small pond made from aluminum foil and filled with water. On a sunny day, the best way to power up the mini water cycle is…

Bio Poems for President’s Day

…haven’t written a bio poem before this lesson, it’s best to have them write bio poems about themselves first. You can find complete directions and printables in Bio Poems Made…

Hands-on Geometry – Part I

…and line as best they can. The kids really get into it! When I say “parallel lines”, their arms always move up over their heads in two straight lines. When…

Field Trips – Follow Up on the Fun!

…that works best for you. Have you ever had your students tie-dye T-shirts to wear on a field trip? If you choose a class color, it’s a great way for…

Save Time and Paper with Mini ABC Books!

…definitely a collaborative effort! Where to Download These Freebies Both of these ABC Mini Books can be found on Laura’s Best Freebies, a private page on my website that can…