I love using interactive lapbooks in the classroom. They are fun to create, engaging and can be used throughout the year to review skills taught. I finally completely my Lapbook Bundle and I am happy to share the lapbooks included with you. Whether you think your learners will enjoy creating all of the lapbooks, if you
This guide will show you how to design an engaging and effective project plan, starting with a project plan template from Venngage.
The first day of school is full of so many things: anticipation, wide-eyes, school supplies, new faces, maybe a few butterflies. And I...
Awesome Spring Writing Prompts for First Grade. Narrative, Informative, and Opinion Writing organizers and draft pages included in fun spring themes.
"There are many little ways to enlarge your child's world. Love of books is the best of all." -Jacqueline Kennedy
Learn About the 7 Continents! Exploring the 7 Continents has never been more exciting! It’s a Small World Continent Study is filled with over 35 activities to help your students gain a greater understanding of the seven continents. This 130+ page unit is filled with great resources, posters, printables, activities, and projects that will open […]
A detailed, action-oriented explanation of strategic planning process from mission, vision and values to strategic priorities, goals, KPIs, and initiatives.
We came back from winter break with a two day week last week. I really wanted to do a review of multiplication concepts, because we had been away from school for twelve days. So I had planned some …
If you're teaching transformations in geometry, this project idea is great! Students use logos to find reflections, rotations, and symmetry.
Learning to write is fun and effective with these adorable First Grade Writing Prompts for Winter. Opinion, Narrative and Informative Prompts included.
Your kids will have fun learning fractions with these FREE Fraction Worksheets from Worksheet Fun! Stop by and download your copies today! The post *FREE* Fraction Worksheets appeared first on Mama
I can hardly believe that we are almost back to school for another school year. Summers go by way too fast but I'm hopeful for another amazi...
PRIMARY SCIENCE UNIT 1 - THE HUMAN BODY We are so excited to dig into Unit 1 in our science sequence! We kick off science this year with My Body and My Five Senses . It is the perfect place to start science with our primary kiddos. This year we are going to explore and learn about the
Kids will have fun while learning where do I Live with this printable activity perfect for preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten students.
I so remember my first year as a new teacher! I wondered why I was even hired! (Did they not know that I didn't have a clue how to do ‘this teacher thing'?!) Yes, I had graduated with a degree, a teaching certificate, and had an idealistic philosophy of education (that had no basis in research […]
Hello Everyone!! This is my favorite time of the school year. We are finishing up our testing, the kids have become quite independent with everything, they have become readers and writers, they have become problem solvers, I could go on and on! I want to share some of their darling work and a couple of free units. First off, after the big chick hatching extravaganza, I decided to have the kids write about what they would do if they had a baby chick. From what they wrote, they would make great chick owners! I then let them create a chick! All I gave them was a yellow circle. They turned out so cute! The next thing I want to share is the beginning of our poetry unit. Yes, April is poetry month, but we are getting a bit of a late start. We began by talking about what a poem is, and created a "Poetree" anchor chart. I read some different types of poem including Shel Silverstein's Poet's Tree. We talked about how sometimes a poet has fun with words and makes us really think. Shel does exactly that!! We decided to take the subject of spring and create a simple list poem that had some flair with how we published it. They turned out so sweet! CLICK HERE for your free 25 page unit on poetry!! The last thing for tonight is a new unit I just finished. In science we are studying plants for the next couple of weeks and in math we begin our study of measurement using nonstandard units. Well, put those two curriculum areas together and you get "Splat the Cat, Oopsie Daisy" by Rob Scotton. The kids looooove Splat, so I decided to use that little guy as our inspiration all next week. this little unit contains cross curricular learning opportunities. Here's a peek! These are just a few of the over 60 pages in the unit! I hope you can use at least a few of them. You have to go get that sweet book if you don't have it yet. I found some at Target, but of course you can always get on Amazon or go to your favorite bookstore. If you are interested in the unit, don't wait, CLICK HERE!!!! Well, that's all I've got for tonight!! Thanks for stopping by for another peek!! Hope you can swing by again soon to check out what we're up to!!! Now off to get my math tubs ready for next week! Can't wait!! Talk to you all soon! Joyfully! Nancy
Little 1st grade Science Thinkers is a complete curriculum that includes scripted teacher lesson plans, read-aloud books in a printable or projectible format, easy-prep science investigations and activities, assessments, anchor chart examples, and more.
A simple way to teach your students classroom procedures and expectations at the beginning of the school year
Infographic design trends 2018 are now out and creativity will prevail! Learn what's new in the world of infographic design & how to make your data look hot
Do you want to get started with project based learning, but you’re not sure how? Maybe project based learning sounds too complicated, in-depth, and overwhelming to you? That’s how I felt when I first delved into PBL. But now I know there is nothing to be afraid of! In this post, I will give a quick explanation of project-based learning and then give you some tips and ideas to begin to implement it in your own classroom. What is Project Based Learning? Project based learning, simply stated, is an authentic learning experience
These all about me, back to school art activities for kids are engaging icebreakers. Encourage creativity and build community during the first week back
I l.o.v.e.d the 2nd grade version of this packet that I created, that I went ahead and adapted it for grades k-5 to meet the needs of buyers! Hands down, this has been my favorite packet to do the first few weeks of school. You can grab all grade levels 20% off for Thursday...
First grade anchor charts are great tools for reminding kids about concepts in math, writing, spelling, science, and more! Check out these great ideas.
How cute is he????? This little guy was created by the A.M.A.Z.I.N.G. Cara over at The First Grade Parade . I made my own "A scientist is"...
Have you tried the egg drop project yet? This was our 4th year in a row taking part this super fun STEM activity for kids! Check out how to do it with your children or students, and be sure to print out our two free printable recording sheets. Follow our STEM and STEAM Activities for …
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First grade anchor charts are great tools for reminding kids about concepts in math, writing, spelling, science, and more! Check out these great ideas.
Are you ready for the month of March? We are all geared up for some fun learning this month! Our March NO PREP packets are done and we are ready to go!
Introduce children to photosynthesis with this fill-in-the-blanks life sciences worksheet!
Today I am brining you the perfect combination of back to school ice-breakers and games for those first days of school! Back to school is a crazy time and we all want to hit the ground running. There are routines and procedures to teach and we are ready to get to them the second those kids walk in the door. Building community and getting to know
Check out these 50 (!!) project based learning activities to engage and excite students and get you started with PBL.
The first week of school is unlike any other week of the school year. We are tasked with getting to know 20+ students and establishing a classroom community while still teaching them classroom and school procedures and expectations. Oh, and we have to squeeze it all into a week because we hit the ground running
Learn how to use the first conditional in English. Includes grammar rules and example sentences with the first conditional, also known as Type 1 conditionals.
Learners get a hands-on introduction to fractions with this fun shape-coloring worksheet.
Sedimentary rock is formed when layers of sediment, such as sand, mud, and small rocks, are pressed and cemented together over time. Here’s what happens: Sediment is created when rocks and minerals are broken down by weathering and erosion. This can happen when wind, water, or ice wear away at the surface of the Earth. ... Read more
Use this all about me free printable for a birthday interview, or first day of school questions for students
Learning about butterflies lends itself nicely to teaching symmetry! Watch this video to see how to do an easy butterfly symmetry lesson and craft.
Do you want to get started with project based learning, but you’re not sure how? Maybe project based learning sounds too complicated, in-depth, and overwhelming to you? That’s how I felt when I first delved into PBL. But now I know there is nothing to be afraid of! In this post, I will give a quick explanation of project-based learning and then give you some tips and ideas to begin to implement it in your own classroom. What is Project Based Learning? Project based learning, simply stated, is an authentic learning experience
Cultivate lifelong reading skills.
Get ready! This cute craft is perfect for kids; DIY easy cute origami cats that anyone can make, whatever their age, and decorate as well.
The first day of school is full of so many things: anticipation, wide-eyes, school supplies, new faces, maybe a few butterflies. And I...
