Mighty Math Tasks!

…It really helped get them involved in their learning and approach math in a whole new way! Sleepover Treats Example (Freebie) Let me give you an example of what I…

Supporting Self-Regulation in the Classroom

…manage them. This process develops mindfulness and self-regulation because students are harnessing the overlapping social –emotional brain and the regulatory. Drink Water every 20-30 minutes. Before a new activity and…

Poetry Paintings: Analyzing and Visualizing Poems

…it portrayed their poem. I think the end results were amazing! We learned new poetry concepts, analyzed classic poems, visualized, painted, and reflected on our artwork and how it related…

Using Weekly Letter Writing In the Classroom

…Books • Reading Responses • Weekend Recaps   Believe it or not, students look forward to receiving their new letter every Monday. They equally look forward to the (very brief)…

Family Science Night: Hands-on, Minds-on Fun!

…not only promotes science, but also involves the family and community in an astounding learning experience. The list below is a starting point for a Family Science Night. Since each…

Fraction Predict and Compare Partner Activity

new concepts with a partner. Predict, Justify, & Check Partner Math Talk Activity Use this simple partner math talk activity to boost engagement and increase rigor with almost ANY assignment….

Playing the Mystery Skype Game

…each new classroom we meet. It also includes a map in the front so the children can color in the state after we do the Skype. We try to talk…