Team Table Management

…to form a makeshift table. If you’re not sure how to group them, check out my seating arrangement suggestions after reading this post. Team Tubs Team Tubs are plastic containers…

What are Cooperative Learning Structures?

…down when ready. When all teams are ready, ask the designated student to stand and hold up his or her response board to show the answer. Check each team’s answer…

Quiet Signals and Timers

…so students know to stop and listen! Click here to check out these chimes on Amazon.com. Hand Up and Count  Hold up one hand and slowly count to 3. Teach your students…

Awesome Facebook Group for Elementary Educators!

…literacy centers How to implement math stations, how use math games effectively, guided math strategies, etc. Collaborative projects and activities using technology, including Google Classroom, Skype, student blogging, QR codes,…

Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

…for grades 3 through 6. The discussion activities described in the packet are also aligned with speaking and listening standards. More January Teaching Resources If you like this freebie, check

Fraction Spinners Make Fractions Fun!

…will have to solve the problem or one person can check with a calculator that can solve fraction problems. Comparing Fractions Game – Each student spins the spinner once and…

Save Time and Paper with Mini ABC Books!

…be accessed by subscribers to my newsletter, Candler’s Classroom Connections. If you’re a current subscriber, check your recent emails from me to find a link. If you aren’t a subscriber,…

Move to Learn in Science!

…water cycle. More Ways to Explore the Water Cycle If your students need extra practice identifying examples of condensation, evaporation, and precipitation, check out my Water Cycle Task Cards Bundle…