This simple buoyancy kids' science activity requires just a few common household supplies. Kids will love learning why things sink and float!
This post was originally posted back in 2015 on my blog and has been a popular post since that time. I worked for a decade as a family counselor and elementary school counselor before staying
Try these easy sound experiments -- Elementary & Middle School kids will LOVE testing the science of sound with this fun wave experiment to create a 'gong' and explore how sound waves travel!
Another way to integrate Art History into your lesson plans. This project looks specifically at the paintings of the Sistine Chapel. There is no need to get a close up picture for the students be…
This, that, these, those find out how to use demonstrative pronouns correctly. This, that, these and those go before the nouns they modify.
Looking for 3rd grade anchor charts? We put together some of our favorites to use in your third grade classroom this year!
Go over the German alphabet with your kid, learning together how to pronounce each letter.
Are you doubting that your child might be suffering from autism? Find out in this infographic the signs/symptoms of autism in children
Printable worksheet to help in your teaching your kids the life skill of filling out forms. Guidelines for teaching are included.
Discover how to go from exhausted and worn out to calm and confident in 7 days!
Common Verb Collocations in English. There are certain verbs that always go with certain nouns. We call this a collocation.
This freebie is a reminder that sometimes I-messages can be tricky because they can often come off as blaming and accusatory. Just because a sentence starts with "I" does not make it an assertive, non-defensive I-message. .Assertiveness means expressing your point of view in a way that is clear and ...
It seems like every day there is an endless stream of students reporting behaviors or incidents that happen in the classroom. On one hand, we want to help our students feel heard and validated so they know we are a safe person for them to talk to. On the other hand, we certainly don't want to feed into the tattle machine. It's a fine line to walk. So how do we handle tattling in our classrooms?
Teaching elaboration might seem impossible sometimes, but I recommend this engaging and authentic activity to better help students understand what it means.
I was in a heated IEP meeting one time, and a teacher angrily blurted out, 'What do you want from me? Do you want me
It is important for parents to understand the difference between IEP vs 504. IEPs have more safeguards in place to ensure schools provide the right support.
Punctuation. Does it bemuse and bewilder your students? Display our colourful poster to help them out. Clear, easy-to-read explanations of 10 of the most common punctuation marks are supported by attention-grabbing examples. Question marks in the context of Love Island? Semicolons and sweets? Colons and rap lyrics? Enhanced by a colourful, stylish design, this is a punctuation guide like no other! Quality guaranteed. Our punctuation poster is printed in Yorkshire on durable 260gsm paper with a great finish. We're so sure you'll love it that we offer a no-quibble returns policy.
I’ve been spending some serious amounts of time this summer leading conversations around the country focused on the integration of social studies and literacy. And for the last few years, I…
Teach poetry tools for kids successfully with a visual anchor chart. Here is a visual anchor chart that you can create with your class as you study a unit of poetry. Practice each poetic device (personification, imagery, repetition, alliteration, metaphor, line breaks, simile and rhythm) and add it to your anchor chart to help students see that they can be successful in writing poetry too.
Discover five effective strategies for teaching ESL reading comprehension to help your students overcome language barriers and...
In this blog post, read about my best teaching strategies to teach writing narrative endings. Grab all the freebies to help you teach.
This set of 5 childbirth education slides (in PDF form) is a great addition to your birth education class and client counseling. This listing includes an integrated/automatic licensing fee which allows you to share/distribute the images with your clients/students. This set includes: 1- Stages of labor (with descriptions of what's happening in the body and what the mother may experience during each stage) 2- Stages of birth (fetal descent, engagement, rotation, extension, etc.) 3- Fetal positions (vertex, footling breech, complete breech, frank breech, transverse) 4- Dilation and Engagement 5- Anatomy of a Pregnant Mama Ways these slides may be used: -As visual slides or posters used as part of a childbirth education classes or midwife/doula/childbirth educator counseling sessions - Feel free to alter/edit these images as needed for your class. I have purposely left most slides with minimal text to allow you to add your own text, descriptions, etc. Ways these slides may be used: -As visual slides or posters used as part of a childbirth education classes , lactation class, or midwife/doula/childbirth educator/lactation consultant counseling sessions - Distributed to clients/students as printed or digital handouts - Printed posters for display -As flyers, cards, or postcards PLEASE READ: Lots of time and energy has been poured into these images and I share them with love-- asking, with gratitude, that you use them respectfully and under the conditions outlined above. I have chosen not to include a watermark on these images in order to avoid distraction for the viewer and to keep the artistic nature of the pieces, however I ask that you please include a credit slide with my name and website (Catie Atkinson www.spiritysol.com ) as part of your program/presentation. If you are interested in including these images in a published book or workbook, please email me at catieatkinson [!at] hotmail.com to discuss further use and collaboration. All files are high resolution PDFs. After purchase, you will be given a link to download the files. Please message me if you have any trouble with your purchase or download. If you prefer JPEG images, please email me at catieatkinson [!at] hotmail.com.
Do you struggle with classroom management? Here are four strategies that you can add to your toolkit that will make it just a little bit more effective.
How to understand that without thoughts we can not feel and vice versa. To feel good, thoughts become more important then you may know.
In the staff bathroom at my school something like this hung on the wall. I should have taken a picture but I was too caught up in it to think that far ahead. It kind of looked like this except a …
Yes, you read that correctly. This post is about hands on reading. It is possible! I love to read and a great way to help inspire your children to enjoy reading is by making it totally awesome. The Wizard of Oz
Teach kids empathy and compassion through mindful, fun lessons, discussions, and activities that build social awareness and community.
Looking for 5th grade anchor charts? Try some of these anchor charts in your classroom to promote visual learning with your students.
Did he seriously just say that? How often has one of our students with Autism, ADHD, or other difficulties said something completely inappropriate to a peer or adult, but not even realize that what they said was inappropriate!? This activity provides a way for students to learn that some thoughts should be kept to themselves! Students ...
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.
Student anxiety is at an all time high. With grade level standards becoming more rigorous, and state tests looming, teachers are feeling more pressure than ever to prepare students. That pressure is also felt by
Overview Step into the world of vivid storytelling with Dr. Erica Warren's "Show Don't Tell," a multisensory writing game. Available as a digital download, this game immerses learners in the art of descriptive writing, transforming bland sentences into captivating narratives. The Power of Descriptive Writing Descriptive writing breathes life into words, painting vibrant pictures in the reader's mind. It's the bridge between mere words and the evocative imagery they can produce. By enhancing the quality of writing, students not only improve their communication skills but also develop a deeper connection with their inner visualizations. This connection allows for richer, more immersive writing that truly resonates with readers. What Does "Show Don't Tell" Offer? This engaging game introduces players to the core elements of descriptive writing, including: Picturesque adjectives Vivid verbs Descriptive adverbs Similes Metaphors Personification Through gameplay, learners evolve from simply "telling" a story to "showing" it, crafting detailed scenes that pull readers into their world. Game Components Your digital download comes packed with: Printable spinning boards Spinners (with crafting directions) and images for printing Sentence transformation strips Gameplay sheets Definitions and examples of descriptive writing elements Game Objective Players are tasked with transforming a basic sentence strip into a vibrant, descriptive statement that conjures vivid mental imagery. Points are awarded for the use of descriptive elements, with the highest scorer emerging as the winner. Versatility of the Game Wish to incorporate "Show Don't Tell" into homework or online sessions? No problem! If printing isn't your preference, utilize the online spinner tool at www.wheeldecide.com. Discover More Writing Resources Looking to expand your arsenal of writing tools? Explore more games and resources: Show Don't Tell Suspense Writing Game: Explore deeper into suspense writing, weaving tales that grip and enthrall. 5 Ws Detective Writing Game: In this engaging sentence game, players tackle whimsical cases, identifying the who, what, when, and why. Racing the clock, they decipher clues, compile the details, and craft a summary sentence of their conclusions. Teaching Writing Skills: This course provides teachers, parents, and tutors with Dr. Warren's dynamic multisensory approach to instructing writing, designed for students from elementary through high school. Other Writing Games and Tools: Explore a wide range of resources, each meticulously created to enhance specific writing skills. For an extensive range of writing aids, CLICK HERE to view my complete collection Empower your students to craft mesmerizing stories that linger in readers' minds with "Show Don't Tell."
Want to increase sibling kindness rather than fighting and competition? Turn siblings into teammates and play this game together!
I don’t know anything about the Terrible Two’s. When Hayden was two, that was a breeze compared to him being three. Since he has turned three, he’s been this walking, talking, opinionated little boy. Finally, someone has really put together a picture of what is going on in a toddler’s brain! Source: […]
This FREE parallel lines cut by a transversal coloring activity doubles as a colorful reference poster or student notebook reference. Now includes a link to an interactive GOOGLE Slides version for online learning and teaching.
Cultivate lifelong reading skills.
If you have followed the discussion over the past years about "21st Century Skills" or have been on this planet long enough, you know that the ability to work with others is just as important as any "
Students are finished with their rough drafts and what do they want to do? Immediately write a final copy. NOOOOOOOOOO!!!!! This post will provide ideas for your writer's workshop when teaching your students how to REVISE a narrrative essay. It is also a part of a series of writing mini
State testing and April Fool’s day… Yeah… those two words should NEVER go together, but for some strange reason this is the second year in a row I am discussing the two in the same post because they’re happening at the same time, again! Let’s first start with our state testing…This year here in sunny […]
If you're a middle child, you probably know what it's like to feel overlooked on the regular. If you're not a middle child, then these Middle Child Day memes will put things into perspective for you real quickly. As for us middle children of the…
Teamwork in the classroom is essential in order to have a high functioning and welcoming environment for students. Check out three easy ways to build teamwork with your students.
Your new favorite teaching strategy: This pared-down version of learning stations keeps the movement, interactivity and variety while minimizing the prep work.
