Nuestra colaboradora Dácil González comparte con nosotros algunas ideas y recursos para que tus primeros días en clase de matemáticas sean todo un éxito.
Students choose different ways to create the longest paper chain out of one sheet of construction paper in this easy to prep and complete STEM Challenge.
Do you dread having early finishers in your 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade classroom? Every classroom has them. Grab some free challenges in this post!
Awesome STEM projects for kids including hands-on science, technology, engineering and math ideas. Fun STEM activities for all ages!
Have you been looking for the perfect project based learning curriculum? If you've been on the lookout for a game-changing approach to captivate your upper elementary students and ignite a passion for learning, you're in for a treat! Buckle up as we dive into the world of project-based learning (PBL) – the secret sauce to turning mundane lessons into exciting adventures.
Learn how to use Class Slides to create strong classroom management with this weekly task slide!
So you may not remember a time when I taught math, but I did. Full disclosure: Before I was actually forced into an accidental English Language Arts position, I was actually a WAY BETTER math teacher than I was an ELA teacher. Why? When I taught 5th grade, our school had really high reading and ... Read more
Are you looking for some great project based learning examples? In education, teachers are continually seeking creative ways to captivate their students' interest and foster a love for learning. One approach gaining popularity is Project-Based Learning (PBL), a student-centered type of learning that allows students to explore real-world problems and challenges. For upper elementary teachers, integrating PBL into the curriculum can be an amazing experience, promoting critical thinking, collaboration, and a deeper understanding of academic concepts. In this blog post, we'll explore a variety of engaging project-based learning examples that can be easily incorporated into upper elementary classrooms.
Looking for ways to engage your fast finishers. Check out these 24 engaging activtivies for your students to complete when they finish their work.
This fun team-building activity helps students see the beauty in imperfection. It's great for a back-to-school icebreaker!
One of the biggest concerns I get from teachers and media specialists is the lack of space (and time) for a full-blown Makerspace. I completely get it, y’all! I’d be lying if I didn’t say it takes a lot of time, space, patience, and commitment to ensure that our Makerspace runs properly, which is why...
So you may not remember a time when I taught math, but I did. Full disclosure: Before I was actually forced into an accidental English Language Arts position, I was actually a WAY BETTER math teacher than I was an ELA teacher. Why? When I taught 5th grade, our school had really high reading and ... Read more
If your students are anything like mine, they love puzzles. I like to use math puzzles with my math class in many different ways and one of my favorite kind
Read about 10 end of the year activities for you to use the last few weeks of school. Keep your students busy with projects, challenges, and more!
Throughout the school year, I know I would often find myself scrambling for ways to keep my students engaged in their learning and jazz up our classroom routine. As the sun starts shining brighter and summer is in the air, students are restless, and so are we... but the show must go on! Learning must continue, but can be done in an engaging and fresh way with hands on, creative project based learning resources! Grab a few of these PBL project ideas to finish out the year and enjoy watching your students engage in their learning and demonstrate their hard earned skills!
Do you dread having early finishers in your 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade classroom? Every classroom has them. Grab some free challenges in this post!
Every teacher knows the reality of the summer slide. This post shares some ways to prevent summer slide for upper elementary students.
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Looking for project based learning ideas for middle school or elementary school students? They will love planning a road trip from start to finish!
So you may not remember a time when I taught math, but I did. Full disclosure: Before I was actually forced into an accidental English Language Arts position, I was actually a WAY BETTER math teacher than I was an ELA teacher. Why? When I taught 5th grade, our school had really high reading and ... Read more
Interested in trying project based learning but not sure where to begin? This project based learning example from start to finish will show you.
If your students aren’t excited about STEM, the problem might be a lack of exposure to real-world challenges. Real-world problem solving should be at the core of any STEM education program. It increases student buy-in as students realize that their work has an impact that extends beyond the classro
Using interactive math notebooks is key when it comes to keeping your students engaged! Read my best tips for using print or digital notebooks.
This post will help you to understand Magic Square Puzzles. Click here!
Here’s everything you need to facilitate a Market Day student business project-based learning unit for 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade! This Math and Social Studies (Economics) aligned comprehensive resource takes students through the process of creating their very own shop from start to finish. The Market Day Project-Based Learning framework sparks higher-level thinking and enrichment. Students will extend their learning of Math concepts (multiplication, division, fractions, percentages) as well as Social Studies concepts (economics, goods, services, producers, consumers, resources, etc.) This is the perfect extension project to use at the end of a math or social studies unit, and students LOVE it! This resource is part of a limited time 30% off Back-to-School Bundle! Grab it here! Full lesson plans, resources, printables, digital teaching slides, and bulletin board/focus wall materials are included! A full project outline is provided, however you can use the materials and activities in any way that works with your schedule. **Want the FULL Depth & Complexity bundle with all the resources I have created? Check it out here! Here’s what’s included: Student Workbook Pages Step-by-Step Teacher Guide Brainstorming Graphic Organizers Market Day Score Sheet Marketing Templates Family Letter Vocabulary Page & Posters Teaching Presentation Slides Focus Wall/ Bulletin Materials Enrichment Materials Digital Teaching Slides Photo Examples... AND MORE! This is an interdisciplinary lesson which means you will be combining multiple skills across multiple subjects, so you are actually SAVING time! Plus, it is much more engaging for students! This is one of those projects that they will remember forever. Let's connect! Instagram: LodgesLearning Website: www.lodgeslearning.com Email: [email protected]
Staying on top of lesson planning and activity preparation isn't easy unless you have a great system in place. Jumping around from one task to another means
Let your students build their own 'world' with this Create a Country activity (the perfect end-of-year project)!
Are you a first year 5th grade teacher? Find out how to have a great first year with this post! Get tips that work well in ALL 5th grade classrooms.
If you are on the search for fun math activities, look no further. These activities designed for 3rd, 4th and 5th-grade students are engaging and free.
This construction classroom transformation is a fun and engaging way to review writing concepts before state testing!
For the most part, reasoning, deducing, inferring, and critical thinking are not skills that come naturally to our students. Rather, they must be nurtured and developed. We want our students to become critical thinkers so they can reason and apply logic to solve novel problems throughout their lives. These skills will set them up to...
5th grade writing doesn't have to be a struggle! This blog post will provide all of my best tips and ideas for teaching your fifth graders to succeed as writers. I’ve had classes where writing
If you are looking for some fun ways to start the year with your upper elementary students, then consider adding in one of these 5 ideas!
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