The Power of Praise

…and putting forth effort. Then they gave the students another task, but this time the students were allowed to choose between a challenging task and one that was obviously much…

Task Cards 101

…they complete each card. Bright, colorful, and laminated, they are appealing both visually and tactilely. Further, they save paper, big time! Copy and laminate once, use for years. Students answer…

Tips for Teaching Informational Text

…to have your students compare informational text with literature. Sounds like the perfect time for a Venn diagram, doesn’t it? Show your students several examples of both types of books,…

Spontaneity Brings Math to Life!

…students to handle, observe and compare attributes. My classroom was buzzing with excitement; hands were fervently flying up during Q & A time as I selected students to answer questions….

Tips for Teaching with Math Games

…can create your own math games, but they are time-consuming to make. If you don’t have the time or the desire to create your own, check out the collection of…

The Core of Effective Discussions

…format to display for the class and a smaller task card format to use in small groups. The questions to display for the class include the specific standard numbers right…

Earth Day Teaching Resources

…approximately 230,000,000 acres of public land. What a legacy! If you haven’t had time to put together an Earth Day lesson, I have a few resources for you. You might…

Caring Classrooms Community on DonorsChoose

…can add their projects links under that post any time during the day on Sunday. Francie and I will review the projects submitted and will select projects to fill the…

Exploring the Scientific Method with Toy Cars

…still not ready to go through the scientific method independently, so we do parts together. I will release them over time as they show they are ready for independence. Students…

Investigating Gummy Bears

…gummy bear), the independent variable (the solute – what was added to the cup of water) and the constants (amount of water, amount of solute, and time the gummy bear…