Having a mentor teacher is so impactful on the sucess of a first-year teacher. But what exactly is a mentor teacher? Let's dig in to what teacher mentoring is and is not.
Help Granny Pick Which of Her Senses She Needs... Here is a great Valentine's Day freebie to go with the book There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Rose! Help Granny decide which of her five senses she should use to learn about each object. Just click on the cover to grab yours! www.toadallytots.blogspot.com
We introduce journals with our 3 year olds with simple ideas that teach them how to love and care for their little books.
What teacher doesn’t want to save themselves time and teach better? It’s finding those low-prep, high-return activities that we can use right away that
Getting the classroom ready for back to school.
What I love about this book is the repeating vocabulary and funny storyline that captivates children. It’s the perfect book to build a lesson around for little English learners.
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Here are 22 circle time ideas for toddlers and preschoolers that are easy, fun, and perfect for social development!
Your students will have fun retelling the story “There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly!” (versions by Simms Taback and Lucille Colandro) with our interactive old lady and animal pictures to put in her belly! Comprehension questions and several writing response journals have also been included for students to recall, reflect upon, and/or extend the story too! This pack helps address the following Common Core standards: Reading: RL.K.2, RL.K.3, RL.1.2, RL.1.3 Writing: W.K.1, W.K.3, W.1.1, W.1.3 * * * * * If you love this “old lady” pack, please check out all the others in our store here: Retelling We would love to hear how you implemented this activity in your own classroom and how your students liked it! Remember, you can earn TpT credits when you leave feedback and comments for your purchases. Thank you for visiting Kelly and Kim’s Kreations! Please feel free to follow our TpT store, check out our blog at http://www.kellyandkimskreations.com, and visit us out on Facebook at Kelly and Kim's Kreations too!
Beowulf is a challenging text: it's long, dense, and old. With these strategies, you can make this text relevant for all students!
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Beowulf is a challenging text: it's long, dense, and old. With these strategies, you can make this text relevant for all students!
If your kids love the book series There Was An Old Woman Who Swallowed A Fly, they will love this themed printable learning pack!
Wondering what theme to teach your preschool child or class? Check out this list of preschool themes for use in schools, daycares, childcare centres or at home.
Save your voice for better things...like actual teaching.
To Guide our Lesson Planning Assessment Blogposts LOAD MORE A Guide to Cutting Down on Assessment Time Let’s be real… assessing preschoolers takes a TON of TIME! ⏳ Time that could be used to actually TEACH those missing skills. Learn how to SAVE TIME on assessments using… The Storybook Method First name Email address SEND IT TO ME Thank you for […]
Dot to dot 1 to 20 sheets are for toddlers who are keen on drawing but are not old enough to get perfect shapes of fish, birds, animals, cars, fruits and so on. This post has free printables having the dot-to-dot drawings only from 1 to 20. Kids can color the pictures once they are […]
THIS BUNDLE INCLUDES SET 1 AND SET 2 OF HASHTAG BLOCKS SPEED BUILDS FOR A TOTAL OF 48 CHALLENGE CARDS! ***Compatible with "Hashtag Blocks" that are found seasonally in Target Dollar Spot! Please note that these blocks are a slightly different shape than "Plus-Plus Blocks." Hashtag blocks and these cards are not compatible with Plus-Plus Blocks.*** Ready to add a competitive edge to your STEM Bins while your students practice problem solving, spatial reasoning, and logical thinking?! With Hashtag Blocks STEM Bins Speed Builds, groups of 2-4 students race to complete leveled puzzle challenges! STEM Bins Speed Builds are designed to supplement my original STEM pack. They are ideal for hands-on morning work, early finishers, enrichment, and team building. Two different difficulty levels are provided: “Build it Flat” and “Build it Up” to accommodate a range of learning levels. "Build it Flat” cards are recommended for Pre-K-2nd Grade and "Build it Up” cards are recommended for 2nd Grade-5th Grade. There are 24 cards provided per difficulty level. OPTIONS FOR USE: 1) PARTNER OR SMALL GROUP SPEED BUILDS: Groups of 2-4 students race to build each challenge card the fastest. The first student to complete the build hits a buzzer or bell and “wins” that card. Play continues for the full set of cards. 2) INDEPENDENT SPEED BUILDS: Students work through each challenge card independently. They may choose to time themselves with a stopwatch. INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING: How to Use Organization What are My Students Learning? Hashtag Blocks box covers 24 Hashtag Blocks challenge cards – Build it FLAT 24 Hashtag Blocks challenge cards – Build it UP
Get 5 year olds ready for school with this kindergarten readiness checklist and these move-up day tips for other grades. Try the ...
Why you should do music and movement activities with your 3-5 year old. Easy activities for families to do at home or in preschools.
50+ of the best train activities and crafts for toddlers and preschoolers. Hand-on learning ideas that your little train lover will absolutely enjoy!
Kindergarten Rocks! 5 year olds are the best. I was a kindergarten teacher for many years before I became an art teacher. The kids are so full of wonder and possibility. I thought it would be fun to share some of my favorite art activities for 5 year olds. Some are ones I’ve done more recently, […]
Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly Craft 3 different levels to make Easy-color and glue Matching-color-cut-glue Hardest- put in sequencing order 1 colored version for teacher to use as an example Book used: There Was an Old Lady who Swallowed a Fly by Lucille Colandro Illustrated by Jared Lee
New to teaching drama? Feeling lost and not sure exactly where to start? Or is this old hat for you and you just need something to change things up a bit? Need a little jumpstart? Look no further than this Drama Teacher Jumpstart Bundle, which packages together multiple items from the From Page to Stage store at a discounted price! This bundle is geared towards making the beginning of the year as easy and successful as possible for you, the busy drama teacher. Whether you are new to this and need some guidance or just want to try something different, there’s some for everyone in this bundle. PLUS a little something extra you will only find in this bundle! In this bundle you will find: *Introduction to Drama Unit A one week unit to introduce your students to the world of drama help set the stage for success in your classroom! *Blocking and Stage Conventions Activity Teach the basics of theatre to your students in 30 minutes with this presentation. Students will learn about areas of the stage, stage conventions, blocking, and more. Included is an activity for the students as well. *Off Limit Topics for a Drama Classroom Posters 7 posters in 8.5X11 and 11X17 for your classroom to guide student written scene work as to what is acceptable in classroom scenes and what is not. *Emergency Sub Plans BEST SELLER IN MY TPT STORE! A stand alone 55 minute activity you can give to the sub in an emergency. Students will love this simple but engaging activity! *Mime and Body Language Unit A 2 week unit filled with drama games, worksheets, performance scripts, rubrics, and more to teach your students Mime and Body Language. * 20 Classroom Posters - Only available in this bundle! These 20 classroom posters feature 20 different lines from plays and musicals for you to hang in your classroom. They are all in only black ink, and I suggest printing them on colorful cardstock! If you need the files in PowerPoint format, go to “File” and then “Download as” to convert them. I no longer support Microsoft formats due to the high maintenance required for individual files. Updates or adjustments will be available through Google Docs. In total, this unit will bring you over 150 PAGES of content, 93 SLIDES of presentation material, videos, drama games, and more! For you, the busy drama teacher, all you have to do is print and teach! Everything is now prepped for you to jumpstart the beginning of your year! Have fun and enjoy the beginning of your year! Break a leg!
25 creative, NO PREP google meet & zoom ideas for distance learning activities. These virtual games & ideas keep kids engaged & make teaching a breeze.
Need some things to do at home with kids 8-12 years old? Check out this free printable of 20 ideas created by teachers.
The beginning of the school year brings so much excitement and enthusiasm! It is a renewed energy for school for students and teachers too! But it also brings nervousness, anticipation, and even anxiety as our new class comes to us a mix of students who may not know each other very well, or even at all, as well as those students who are coming in brand new from another school or state! So, giving your students a chance a get to know each other and break the ice will help create new friendships, help students feel more comfortable and at ease, as well as take any nervousness, and turn it into smiles and laughter! All About Me questions mended with an old favorite through the generations – Rock, Paper, Scissors, will bring engaging enjoyment, new friendships, and lots of laughter for you students! As partners play old fashioned Rock, Paper, Scissors, they will advance up the gameboard columns answering questions about themselves such as: favorite cereal number of siblings favorite snack favorite song movie you love to watch favorite season of the year and many more! This quick paced partner game comes in both color and a black and white printable that can easily be printed on Astrobright colored paper or cardstock. You will find the directions included to get your students well on their way to creating new memories and building relationships with their new classmates! A great way to begin your brand new school year together! This product comes with: The history and explanation of Rock, Paper, Scissors Game direction Rock, Paper, Scissors All About Me Gameboard in color Rock, Paper, Scissors All About Me Gameboard in B&W This game is a quick way to help your students get to know one another, create friendships, and learn so much about their classmates! Contact Me: If you have any questions before or after purchase, send me a message on Instagram: Classroomfunandgames, OR email me at [email protected]. Review This: If you are enjoying this resource, please take a moment to leave a review, so that others can have an idea of how this product worked in your classroom! It will also earn you TPT credits to use towards future purchases. Follow Me: Please follow me on TPT and Instagram to connect with me, and get alerted to new products that might interest you!
This is such a fun lesson for the kids! This lesson is about Dorcas/Tabitha and is for preschool. There was a lady that lived in Joppa and her name was Tabitha. She was also called Dorcas. The Bible says she was full of good works, and she was a very giving person. She was a Christian. Dorcas helped the women that didn’t have husbands. She made coats and clothing for them. But, one day Dorcas became sick and then died. The Christians heard that Peter was in a town close by. They sent two men begging Peter to come quickly. Peter was one of the disciples of Jesus. Peter went to Joppa and the men took him to the upper room where Dorcas was laying. The women stood by Peter, and they were crying because Dorcas had gotten sick and died. The women showed Peter the clothing that Dorcas had made for them. Peter sent everyone out of the room and knelt down and he prayed. Who did Peter pray to? (God) Peter turned to Dorcas and said, "Stand up Tabitha." She opened her eyes and when she saw Peter, Dorcas sat up. Peter held out his hand and helped her up. Peter did a miracle! Peter called to the people that were there and showed them that Dorcas was alive. Everyone was so happy to have Dorcas again! So many people heard about Dorcas being alive and they believed in Jesus! Scripture is Acts 9:36-42. This is a preschool accordion for Dorcas. The download the color and black & white. Directions are included to complete this project. This makes a great discussion starter. Just read/ask the prompt on each shirt. Click here to download. We used this for an introduction to Dorcas. She made clothing for people and we let them design their own shirt. They can color, and/or you can let them add stickers. We had smileys, hearts, stars and button stickers. I couldn't find button stickers anywhere (!), so I found these circle stickers (88 cents) at Wal Mart in the office supplies dept. and made buttons with a Sharpie. Click here to download. For this lesson, you can also take a small stack of clothes and/or bolts of cloth to use as a visual. To teach the students they can do good things for others, I have cards printed for them to design, sign and give to someone. They can make more if there is enough time, or they can take it home to finish. But I stress that they are expected to hand out the cards (or ask their parents to mail it), because it's not just a fun project. I expect them to tell someone they are thinking about them and made this card for them. I printed these on cardstock, and they are blank on the inside for the kids to design. I have stickers for them to add that are appropriate. Of course, these can be used for any lesson or activity that you want to teach thinking, praying and doing for others. Click here to download. Click here to download the lesson. Click here to download the visuals. Miracles in Acts 9 visuals include Aeneas and Dorcas. All visuals are not shown. Click here to download the pictures to color. (These are the same as the visuals but are black & white.) Click here to see more ideas and printables for Dorcas for preschool. Click here to see the lesson & more for Dorcas for early elementary ages.
What teacher doesn’t want to save themselves time and teach better? It’s finding those low-prep, high-return activities that we can use right away that
What I love about this book is the repeating vocabulary and funny storyline that captivates children. It’s the perfect book to build a lesson around for little English learners.
We are twin elementary school teachers that are passionate about teaching and share our resources and teacher tips with other eager and passionate educators.
Over 50 fun science ideas and experiments that are perfect for 7-9 year olds to do at home.
Make the end of the school year memorable and special with our Teacher Superlative Awards! Designed to celebrate the dedication, creativity, and hard work of educators, these awards add a touch of fun and lightheartedness to your end-of-year celebrations. Our collection of Teacher Superlative Awards includes a variety of playful categories that highlight the unique qualities and contributions of staff and teachers. From "Nostalgia Teacher" for oldest teacher who has been in the building for a while to "Best Mentor" for the one who can support and guide colleagues, there's an award for every member of your school community. These awards are not only a fantastic way to show appreciation and recognition but also serve as a wonderful morale booster for your school team. Whether you're presenting them at a staff luncheon, end-of-year assembly, or virtual celebration, our Teacher Superlative Awards are sure to bring smiles, laughter, and heartfelt appreciation. Features: Fun and lighthearted awards for celebrating teachers and staff. Playful categories that highlight unique qualities and contributions. Designed to boost morale and foster a sense of appreciation. Perfect for end-of-year celebrations, staff luncheons, or virtual events. Printable and customizable templates available for easy use. Give your teachers the recognition they deserve with our Teacher Superlative Awards. Let's celebrate their excellence and make the end of the year truly memorable! Check out my student superlatives too!
Free printable preschool worksheets pdf for teachers and homeschoolers. Fun preschool worksheets for math, English, fine motor skills, and more!
47 fun activities for 14-month-olds to keep them busy and help them reach developmental milestones and achieve new skills.
We started teaching the 4 year old class at our church this past week. They are sweetest and silliest group of kiddos. I love this age group. We hear all sorts of stories (good ones...it's church!). My favorite part is when they tell me all they know about our topic each week. They always surprise
DIY Song Cubes to help children learn music "old favorites" and practice finding and keeping the beat; for preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten.
How to create a retell literacy center in kindergarten. Plus a list of 20 famous stories and retell props (with printables) to complete this center.
What teacher doesn’t want to save themselves time and teach better? It’s finding those low-prep, high-return activities that we can use right away that
Rather than giving your students a boring old worksheet to practice their laws of exponents, give them this fun maze!Students complete the problems and follow their way from start to finish!If you like this activity check out my other mazes as well!Negative Exponents Rule MazeSimplifying Radicals Ma...
