Pumpkin Predictions Measurement Fun!

…the October Activities Pack and print out the chart from there. Pumpkin Predictions Procedure Have students number off around the team, and Person #1 becomes the first recorder. Each team…

How to Create a Classroom Yearbook

…to an office supply store to have this done. Be sure to allow plenty of time for students to look through their class scrapbook. It’s best to have them sit…

Math Games Make Learning Fun!

…math. Instead, take a moment to pair students yourself before you pass out the materials. It’s best for students with similar abilities to work together. It might be tempting to…

Teaching Children Not to Be Rude!

…it is your job to help them grow to become the best that they can be. Let students know that rudeness is a damaging learned behavior, and you can and…

12 Ways to Motivate Reluctant Readers

…dozen strategies that are often included in Reading Workshop, and none of them involve stickers, certificates, or pizza. External rewards may work in the short term, but the best way…

Make Test Prep Meaningful!

…it’s a fact of life.I firmly believe that fabulous instruction within a safe and supportive classroom community is the best “test prep” strategy out there. That being said, it is…

What Every New Teacher Needs to Know

…for the real thing. You learn as you go and don’t be afraid to seek advice from your fellow team. There’s a lot more, but that’s a good start:) Best