7 fun pages plus a Cover page for students to create about an animal, insect, bug, or other creature of their research choice. A graphic organizer and blank writing page is also included! Black lines to allow students to create their own illustrations for their projects!
Today I am very pleased to feature one of my Kindergarten AQ students who was brave enough to share some of her Fall provocations on the blog! Kim Briand is a Kindergarten teacher from Lady Eaton Elementary School in Omemmee Ontario. Talk about a dedicated educator, to drive so far and learn in Richmond Hill! She writes, "I am thrilled to share some of our initial Kindergarten provocations with you. Our students have been very interested in our outdoor learning environment, which has inspired our first learning inquiries. Joanne's course is an inspiration to me as a FDK teacher!" I look forward to sharing these invitations for learning with our Kindergarten AQ Course on Tuesday. I have created an assignment about provocations, where teachers/D.E.C.E.'s will think of something that might spark their students' interest, set it up for them, and document the learning that occurs from within their classroom. With permission from the K AQ teachers and D.E.C.E.'s, I plan to share more with you! I will also be sharing our special September learning moments from room 127 at Bond Lake Public School. Mrs. Ham and I have been so pleased with how our learning environment has provoked positive interactions and learning amongst our students. Parents and blog followers, please stay tuned! Would you like to offer Kim Briand some compliments, connections, or questions?
If you are new to my blog, you may not know the story behind my Rainbow Chalkboard classroom theme… I am really really good friends with Maria Manore who is the genius behind the blog, Kinder-Craze. Maria and I developed a friendship after she came to my garage sale (sounds weird, I know) two years […]
When it came to desk arrangements in my room, I was constantly at two different ends of the spectrum. I either loved an arrangement and used it all year, or I kept trying to switch it up and was never satisfied. So many factors go into a seemingly simple part of your classroom. That years group of kids (including their personalities, behaviors, and mannerisms), the amount of new material you need to store, how many kids you have, what other furniture is inside your room and more.
In this article, we explore the implications of Dr. Perry's work on trauma for teaching and learning, and discuss how to create trauma-informed classrooms.
Are you looking for quick and easy Christmas crafts for kids that use supplies you already have at home? Then you're going to love this Christmas Paper Chain Craft. Make a happy Santa, a playful
Awesome Valentine Box Ideas for your kids! Looking for a fun and clever mailbox ideas for your child's classroom valentine exchange?
My wonderful friend Mrs. Peterson came up with this lesson when she used to teach at Brimfield. Be sure to check out her blog at her ...
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"The bridge will only take you halfway there, to those mysterious lands you long to see. Through gypsy camps and swirling Arab fair, and moonlit woods where unicorns run free. So come and walk awhile with me and share the twisting trails and wondrous worlds I've known. But this bridge will only
I have noticed a recent, positive change in education. Teachers are spending more time teaching the whole child. We are no longer just focusing reading, writing, and math. There is an entire educational movement to make sure what we are teaching, especially in early childhood, is developmentally appropriate. We are incorporating more play and we ... Read More about Kindness in the Classroom
I love to craft...that is no secret! If you have been following me for any length of time, you know my heart lies in all things ribbon, fabric, glitter, colorful paper...must I continue?!? Yes, I am that person who can spend hours in Michael's just dreaming up ideas for both my classroom and my house. It is dangerous, y'all...for real. Is that why my husband lets out a big ol' sigh anytime I mention a new crafting idea?!? ;) So, since my love for crafting is a little on the addictive side {obviously}, I am thrilled to partner with Michael's for their #Create2Educate initiative! Here are some of my back to school creations that I have been working on {in the middle of my Vegas trip!} :) I am all about bright colors this year (as you have noticed in many of my decor packs)! I also have been in love with paper wreaths {thanks to Pinterest}...well...forever. I decided to make some really cute and easy paper wreaths that will be perfect in the classroom library! I am telling you! Super easy! I literally made these during an episode of Days of Our Lives {shhhhhhh....yes....guilty!!!! I watch that show! Don't hate!} Once you get the hang of making the cones, it is a breeze! All you will need is scrapbook paper...or any colorful paper for that matter, some cardboard, hot glue, and wooden letters. Then, follow these easy steps. During my shopping spree at Michael's, I also found these bright and colorful frames! I knew these would be perfect for my motivational subway art! You can check out how I use these prints {HERE} and {HERE} or you can find them in my TPT shop {HERE} or {HERE}. Then I also found some really fun stuff for a few smaller projects! I have been eyeing these paint cans in Michael's for the past few months thinking about how I would like to use them. Here is what I came up with... I love that they are clear and you can easily see what is inside. I also love that they are plastic and will not break. Of course, you can add labels, but since they are clear, I left that step out! :) Annnnd....probably my favorite project...dry erase board picture frames! I love that you can write on the glass with an expo marker just like a whiteboard! The possibilities for these in a classroom are endless. I am thinking a homework board and a "things to do" list board will be perfect! I have had WAY too much fun crafting over the past few days. Now, here is the best part...You can be part of #Create2Educate too! Create a back to school project and upload your creation to Instagram using the hashtags #create2educate AND #sweepstakes (you have to use both). Your project could be featured on Michael's "Classroom Ideas" Pinterest board, and you could even win a $50 gift card to Michael's for your future creations! Be sure to follow Follow @SecondGradeShenanigans and @MichaelsStores on Instagram! Sweepstakes Details: Michaels knows that creative teachers work hard all year to captivate their students, to making “boring” things come to life, and to create environments that fuel education. Join us in keeping the inspiration going as we kick off the 2013/2014 school year with the#Create2Educate sweepstakes! Create your own Back-to-School project—anything from classroom décor and organization, to a learning activity for your students. Then, enter the Michaels sweepstakes by uploading a photo of your creation to Instagram using #Create2EducateAND #sweepstakes. Each day we’ll feature our favorite Instagram photos on the Michael’s “Classroom Ideas” Pinterest board, and we’ll randomly pick one lucky teacher daily to win a $50 Michael’s Gift Card. Create as many Back-to-School projects as you’d like and upload photos of them to Instagram for more chances to win. #Create2Educate opens for entries on July 21st and closes on August 3rd. Head to Michael’s and get inspired today. Don’t’ forget that teachers get 15% off of their purchase all year long at Michaels! Now....go get your craft on and show us what you come up with! :)
Creating a pirate-themed classroom is easy with these ideas for DIY projects and premade solutions. Snag all the Pirate Classroom Decor and Ideas here!
Recognizing patterns is an important math concept. These FREE Skittles Pattern Cards are a great way to help kids see patterns and create their own!
I found this cute art therapy activity on Pinterest, from Emerly Arts, and decided to create my own version to share. The exercise can be used during a time of transformation, or just to help make …
It's back-to-school time. Are you ready for it? Here are nine tips for your first couple days of school that will get your year off to a good start.
Olympic Medal Craft Air Dry Clay- After School Art just finished a unit on the Olympics. This is a super-easy air dry clay Olympic medal necklace. These necklaces would also work great with Model Magic* or ceramics!
This oversized Pot Rack is created to resemble a vintage ladder, yet is made with new pinewood materials to support the load of your plants or pots and pans. It is built to the dimensions of older orchard ladder and has round rungs. It is stained with a warm walnut wood stain (hand rubbed, two coats). This item is a great conversation piece which you can decorate to fit the seasons. Specifications: Length = 60" for oversized kitchen islands or 48" for standard kitchen islands. (can be modified to fit your space... please convo us for customization) Then 42' and 36" for special smaller kitchens. Width = 16" Thickness = 2 1/2" Eye Hooks are included on the top to hang the ladder to the ceiling, and on the bottom for you to add your hooks for suspending your pots, pans and other accessories. We offer a hanging kit that includes chains, "S" hooks, and toggle bolts to secure the ladder to the ceiling. Select the ladder with the hanging kit included from the drop down menu. We don't include the "S" hooks on the bottom of the ladder. Our ladders have more polish than many of the other products seen on Etsy. We use expensive round rungs and have a specialized secure process to attach the side rails to the rungs. We don't use square wood scraps off the side rails to make our rungs. Installation instructions are included. Interested in a different pot rack or ladder...check out these listings. Ladder/Pot Rack - https://www.etsy.com/listing/752004703/bathroom-farmhouse-ladder-pot-rack?ref=shop_home_active_12&frs=1 Grey Ladder Pot Rack - https://www.etsy.com/listing/478482990/farmhouse-ladder-pot-rack-gray-wash?ref=shop_home_active_48&frs=1 6ft Ladder - https://www.etsy.com/listing/585039814/6-ft-72-walnut-stained-pinewood-blanket?ref=shop_home_active_58&frs=1 6ft Grey Ladder - https://www.etsy.com/listing/502702992/tapered-gary-wash-6-ft-blanket-ladder?ref=shop_home_active_61&frs=1 SHIPPING METHODS: We ship almost exclusively via UPS Ground. We cannot ship to PO Boxes; therefore, we need your street address. It is difficult to change shipping address after you enter the order, so please make sure that your profile address is up to date. We can’t offer our free shipping program to AK, HI, PR or APO addresses. Please contact us and we can discuss the extra shipping charge to those locations. We don’t ship to international locations currently. SHIPPING TIMETABLE: We are shipping our orders in just over one week currently. We usually can RUSH an order but contact us before you order. Don’t leave a note to seller on your order that you have a pressing need for the order. We will probably miss your note. Just reach out to us on the message board. We monitor the message board from about 8;00 am to midnight, seven days a week. There might be a couple hour lag when we are busy in the shop, or in designers’ meetings, but we attempt to respond quickly. CANCELLATIONS: Cancellation requests are limited to 24 hours after order entry. We start the order process the next day after order entry. Since we are a “made to order” shop, and don’t maintain any inventory, once the order is in process, we can’t accept cancellations. EXCHANGES and RETURNS: Exchanges and Returns are not offered for this product. NOTE: All photos and media copyright © Farmhouse Basics unless otherwise attributed. Many photos are review photos from our customers.
A blog exploring the work of all four Getty programs. Learn what's new and get a glimpse behind the scenes.
3 Easy and Fun Edgar Degas Art projects. Great for art teachers, classroom teachers, and homeschool families. Edgar Degas Art Projects!
How to make a lantern from simple materials at home (ex: Soda bottles). Craft activity inspired by the Jamaica Plain Lantern Festival and Parade in Boston, MA.
Katy Perry.
Create this bright and colorful Simple Spring Banner with just a few supplies.
