I have always assigned nightly reading. Why? I don't assign nightly reading because I want to give students "reading homework." I don't assign nightly reading

Motivate students with independent reading by adding engaging reading sprints...turn the traditional reading log upside down!

Get ready to put a chore chart system in place that will teach your kids responsibility, fight entitlement and allow them to get a taste of how the real world works!

Many people choose not to use wallpaper in a bathroom as they worry about the durability and practicality in this space. Let us put these anxieties to rest once and for all, and let us introduce you to one of our top design secrets and what will become your new DIY best friend!

Teaching growth mindset can be done with read-alouds! Rosie's Glasses is a great book for this. Get ideas for using this book to teach being positive.

Working with kids and young adults who are oppositional can be challenging. Being oppositional might mean refusing to do work, breaking rules, and engaging in other challenging behaviors. The truth is, many kids can be oppositional from time to time, so many of these strategies work with all learner

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Are your students disinterested and tired of the traditional ways of learning characterization? Have you been searching for a really fun, student-centered, interactive way to eliminate their boredom? Well, look no further! I present to you a wonderful student-collaboration activity that will get your students involved and excited for a character analysis for any novel, […]

We’ve all been in a situation where we’ve made a fist, either as an expression of anger or right before hitting something (or an unfortunate someone).

Print This CraftWe’ve started our Printable Bird Coloring Pages to help you identify some of the birds you may find ... Read More

How to read music made easy : an introduction and guide to reading music for beginners - perfect for kids but ideal for adult beginners too!

Discover my favorite activities that are aligned with the science of reading curriculum to help your young learns master reading fast.

"What the hell kind of awesomeness did I just read?"

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If you’ve ever thought about going into project management, you’ve probably heard that you need to get a certification. And if you’re planning to become a project manager without experience, it can be hard to choose between all the training options available on the market. The acronyms alone can be dizzying: PRINCE2, SCRUM, CAPM, PMP,

Read our top 20 things to do in Positano, Italy, a beach town famous for its colorful buildings, great restaurants and ideal location on the Amalfi Coast!

As students head back to school, ELA teachers everywhere are considering how they are going to begin the school year, so I wanted to walk you through one of my favorite lesson plans entitled, “Why do we read?” As an educator, there are few things as exciting and rewarding as introducing a young person to […]

Here are some helpful tips for name practice in Kindergarten. I also created some freebies for your first week of school.

Need to help your students get more hands on practice for their vocabulary words? I've got 5 fun vocabulary games you can use right away!

Crossing the midline activities for kids. What on earth are those? Sometimes in the educational world we start speaking a slightly different language than 'normal' people. Not that teachers aren't normal ... though ... you do need to be a little insane to work with small children all day long, don't you? Anyways. I had

After reading the book, I Wish You More, create your own class book with this free download! Just enter your info below and I'll send it right to your inbox! grade levelK-23-6Subscribe I Wish You More Class Book Freebie Check out this YouTube video for my favorite End of the Year books to read aloud

Too many classroom icebreakers require students to take big social risks with people they barely know. Or they don't really help students get to know each other. Or they are just plain cheesy.

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As long as you have a few vegetables and some eggs on hand, you can have a frittata on the table in about 20 minutes.

If you are thinking of starting an Etsy shop, read this first. I'm going to tell you the biggest reason I advise against starting one.

Teaching name writing and name recognition to preschoolers can be lots of fun with these hands on name recognition activities and ideas.

These following directions worksheets are a fun learning activity. Following directions worksheets help teach kids listening skills.

Traveling to Budapest? Here you'll find 18 things to know before traveling to Budapest to aid your planning & have the best time in Budapest

Enforcing logical consequences is a fabulous way for teachers to encourage good classroom behavior and parents to get kids to behave without yelling, and we're sharing 13 logical consequences that actually work!

Jump start the new school year with several fun name activities for early learners! This includes math and literacy activity options.

The best part of 1500 Calorie diet plan is you don’t have to compromise on your health as you will be eating nutrient-dense, low-calorie foods that will help mobilize the fat, fuel your metabolism, and keep your energy levels high.

You've got to get the binding on your quilt nice and straight to get the perfect look. Read this quilting tutorial to get perfectly straight corners on quilt binding.

If you want to know how to look good in pictures, these tips will teach you how to pose for full-length portraits and how to take the perfect selfie!

Yep, I said Perfect New York Style Bagels… and I do mean perfect!! These were my second attempt at homemade bagels. The first was a much simpler recipe, and turned out great bagels. This recipe though, is a perfect copycat of my favorite New York Style bagel shop bagels! I’m sure I will be making...Read More »

If you want to keep your students engaged try to mix things up when you can. We’re going to give you a few homeschool routine ideas to help!

Reading novels is a wonderful way to build a love for reading! Here you will find the 10 best novel studies for 4th and 5th graders. These 4th and 5th-grade chapter books keep students engaged because they are interesting and fun to read. You will also find a FREE printable list of each chapter book

Back to school time and need some 'getting to know you' activity? Ditch those reading interest surveys and try these fun & hands on activites!

Microsoft OneNote is free and packed with features. Here are some little-known features to boost your note-taking productivity.

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Discover 21 creative IKEA Malm hacks for a unique, personalized look. From painting to adding handles, stickers, and more. Transform your Malm today!