Students simulate how a fish breathes underwater in this easy ocean animal adaptations science experiment.
Learn about an amazing ocean predator with these Sharks for kids readers. Use these shark printables to read, color, and learn with elementary students.
Who doesn't love the beach with the salty smell of the ocean, the feel of sand squishing between your toes, the shrill squawking of seagulls, and the endless, shimmery view? This summer, I have taken
Find out how to create an ocean classroom in a few simple steps! You'll find fun DIY projects and ideas, plus ready made products for instant sucess.
Are your students learning their 2, 5, and 10 times tables? If so you will want to download this multiplication freebie. Included are two multiplication practice activities with a super cute shark and ocean theme. The first page has students answering a riddle and the second is a cut and paste activity. Easy prep, as ... Read More about Free Multiplication Activity
Practice contractions for kids with FUN free printable contraction activities for students featuring super cute Crab Contraction Puzzles!
This Under the Sea Classroom Transformation is a magical activity for students to practice academic skills while staying in an ocean-themed classroom.
Students simulate how a fish breathes underwater in this easy ocean animal adaptations science experiment.
7 End of Year Ocean Activities for Kindergarten, 1st Grade, and 2nd Grade for math, literacy, science, center or station activities
This Under the Sea Classroom Transformation is a magical activity for students to practice academic skills while staying in an ocean-themed classroom.
Kids will have fun learning about the 7 Continents with this fun, Roll into Geography Game. Perfect for Prek-4th grade kids.
Aloha everyone! Tomorrow is the first day of school and my classroom is all set to go. It wasn't too difficult getting it ready since I decided to stick with my surf theme. On Wednesday we received our class lists and I had 18 students. By Friday I was down to 16! 10 boys and 6 girls. I hope I don't lose anymore. I would hate to see one of our second grade teachers lose their spot! I did some rearranging and I added a few new items. I also got rid of as much as possible to make more room. Please ignore my messy desk and a few bags on the floor, it wasn't quite the end of the day. I love having natural light from all windows, but I have no wall space! And when the wind whips through EVERYTHING flies off the desks!! This is the view from the front of the room. This is the back of the room. I moved my cubbies this year and added a number so I wouldn't have to do it again next year. My math tubs got some new labels. So did my manipulatives. Number sense posters in English and Hawaiian. The ten frames are surfboards :) Word problem posters Writing Center Supplies My updated library. I just love the labels! New Job Chart. I think it came out so cute. My Cowabunga bulletin board. Each time my students surf up to Cowabunga on our clip chart they receive a bead to add to their necklace. Once they have 5 beads they trade it in for another reward tag. I love the new clips on the chart! The buckets got some new labels. Guess I forgot to make myself a new label. New lunch chart Surfer of The Week Class Rules I have had that rules poster on the left forever!! I think it may be time to update. My welcome banner And last but not least my desk. I am really happy with the wide open feel and all the cute new surf decor. Last year I hosted a Classroom Theme linky party and I thought it would be really fun to do it again! Share your classroom theme, or just pictures of your new set up. I love looking at everyone's classrooms and I know others do to! Last year's linky is still my most popular post and has had over 20, 000 views! Monday is the big day and I am really looking forward to a fun new year with a great new group of kids and teachers! When is your first day? Link up and tell all about it!
Try out these 10 centers for an ocean theme day! From writing to STEAM this has everything you need for a fun ocean day!
Learn about the 5 layers of an ocean (also called ocean zones) with your child using this hands-on activity with materials already in your pantry!
This is a great back to school activity for an ocean-themed, underwater or fish classroom! Or if you just want to read Rainbow Fish to your students and have this be the activity that follows. All you do is print, hand it out to students, and let them enjoy this activity! The students are asked to draw and write words on this fish that help you and their classmates get to know them. They draw their family, favorite hobby, subject in school, etc. They also include a goal for the new school year. It's an easy and quick way to get to know your students. Then you can hang these up in your classroom, on a bulletin board, or on your door during the first week of school. Some ideas of sayings you could put above these fish are: *Ready to TACKLE a new school year *We are O’FISH-ally in Third Grade *Welcome to our “SCHOOL” *Swimming into the new year *Welcome to a “FIN’tastic year *Mrs. Hardy has a great catch *We may all be different fish, but in this school we swim together Hope you enjoy this product!
I have been dying to link up with my sweet friend Kacey over at Doodle Bugs for her Five for Friday post. Well, I have come to this realization...that is never gonna happen! :) By the time Friday night hits...this teacher is so doneeee! So...pretend today is Friday! Here is how my week went down! 1: SLEEP You know you are exhausted when you fall alseep in your school clothes and don't wake up until 6:30 a.m. True story. On Monday night, I told myself that I would lay down for just a second, and before I knew it, it was 6:30 the next morning. I was still asleep...fully clothed...jewelry and all! My husband even tried to wake me up and then he gave up! {Not sure if I believe that story!} :) ...seriously though, I need summer to get here ASAP so I can be awesome every single day! Ha! 2: Summer Writing Fun After a week of state testing, we are back to a normal routine. This week, we spent a lot of time writing our way through my End of Year Writing Bundle. The kids loved thinking about and planning their futures. After that, we also planned our summer with our Dive into Summer Writing. Love how these turned out, but I love these sweet babies even more! Going to miss them so, SO much! {But we won't talk about that right now!} 3: Do the Harlem Shake A few days ago, I posted about my end of the year behavior management system. If you missed that, we are using balloons! :) So...what was day three you ask? Make a Harlem Shake Video. The kids brought props and were counting down the seconds until go time! Here is our Harlem Shake... 4: Science Experiment Fun I love living so close to a local university. They are always so wonderful about bringing experiences directly into the classroom. On Friday, our kids were instructed by the 5th and 6th graders {they were trained earlier in the week}. During this time, they completed 12 hands-on science experiments! Such a great way to give ownership to our older kids and build school community throughout our grade levels. Also a great way to keep our kiddos engaged during these last few weeks! 5: End of year mayhem! Oh my...I can feel it inching closer. Today, I will be working on my classroom awards and finishing up my end of year gifts. Here is a little peek... I will be posting more about this tomorrow! Be sure and link up with Doodle Bugs to show us your week! Have a great weekend!
FUN Melting sandcastle activities for kids with summer science. This baking soda and vinegar experiment has a fun beach theme!
This Under the Sea Classroom Transformation is a magical activity for students to practice academic skills while staying in an ocean-themed classroom.
Explore amazing aquatic animals while practicing math & literacy skills with this 50 pages of FUN ocean worksheets! Pre k -- 2nd Grade
Printable lesson to learn all About crustaceans, mollusks & cephalopds for kids with worksheets, life cycles (octopus, squid, lobster, crabs)
? Celebrate Australia Day for kids on January 26th with these FREE Australia Day Coloring Pages. These coloring sheets are fun for all ages.
Have a new classroom and can't decide on decor? Looking to freshen up an outdated theme in your room? Deciding on posters, labels, classroom library organization, and overall classroom decor can feel overwhelming. There are lots of things to consider when choosing a classroom theme. After all, you and the students will be spending many hours in the room. Here are 10 reasons why I love an ocean theme classroom and why it is a favorite theme for kids of all ages.
This Circus Classroom Transformation lets elementary students learn math skills and have fun at the same time.
Learn all about the oceans for kids with fun week-long ocean theme! Lots of ocean math, crafts, science, and activities for preschoolers!
Go down under as you learn about Australia for Kids with these free printable books filled with information to read, color, andl learn!
Set of FREE printable world map choices with blank maps and labeled options for learning geography, countries, capitals, famous landmarks
Elementary teachers planning a beach classroom theme will love these decor ideas, inspiring photos, bulletin board tips, and resources.
Are you looking for a calm classroom theme? I have five beautiful and unique classroom decor bundles that will help create a peaceful, engaging, and beautiful home away from home in your classroom! These five bundles will be a perfect way to create a calm classroom vibe!
This modern and on trend beach themed classroom decor is editable and easily adapted for different font styles and language needs! Create a relaxed and calming vibe with this calm colors classroom decor in a Tropical Surf theme. You'll love all the text editable options included to perfectly customize your classroom decor to suit your unique needs, or to translate into a different language if needed. Wow your students and create an atmosphere that will have them excited to learn and grow! ❗️This is a DIGITAL download. Once you complete your purchase, you'll download a PDF off of Etsy with a link to download the files off of Dropbox. Nothing physical will be mailed to you. You do NOT need a Dropbox subscription to access the files. Due to file size, they are just housed on Dropbox until you download them to your computer. **This product is for personal use only; it cannot be resold or given away for free in any way. If you plan to share with co-workers please message me to inquire about purchasing additional licenses. ❗️Save $$ with this bundle! Get over 25 matching resources PLUS a Bonus File packed with more incredible resources, and save over 50%! This classroom decor bundle includes: • Back to School Bulletin Board Kit • A-Z Bulletin Board Letters (upper/lower case + numbers 0-9 + punctuation in 3 unique styles) - both Primary Font and Playful Font versions included • Google Slides/Power Point Templates • Teacher Toolbox Labels - Read my blog post to see how to create your toolbox: https://ashleymckenzietpt.com/how-to-make-a-teacher-toolbox/ • A-Z alphabet posters (primary and playful font), including pictures on a version of the primary font posters! • A-Z alphabet posters in cursive • 0-20 Number Posters (primary and playful font) • 0-20 Number Posters with 10 frames • Twenty 2d & 3d Shape Posters (primary and playful font) • Place Value Posters • Days in School Chart • Days of the week cards (primary and playful font) • Word Wall Headers (primary and playful font) • Months of the year cards with 31 number calendar cards (primary and playful font) • Ten 8.5"x11" Decorative Classroom Posters • Word Posters - Welcome, Hello, Surf's Up • Daily Schedule Cards (primary and playful font) • 11 Color Posters (primary and playful font) - grey & gray included • 8 Different Desk Name Tags (lined and unlined options) • Classroom Labels (various sizes for supplies, etc.) • Rolling Cart Labels - Read this blog post about how to create your own cart: https://ashleymckenzietpt.com/rolling-cart-labels-mega-bundle-for-teacher-organization/ • Behavior Chart • Birthday Display • A-Z Banners (Create any word you want!) • Affirmation Station Kit • Dismissal Chart ("How We Get Home") • Table or Group Signs • Meet the Teacher Template • Newsletter Template • Classroom Jobs • Hand Signals • Noise Level Signs • Teacher Planner/Binder Covers & Spines • 1-12 Skip Counting/Multiples Posters • -30 to 120 Number Line • 100s Number Wall Chart (0-120) • 100s Number Chart 1-100 Pocket Chart insert squares (playful and primary fonts) • 12 clock labels, in 5 minute intervals (:00, :05, etc.) • 4 "telling time" word cards (Quarter Past, Half Past, Quarter To, O'clock) • Flip Calendar • Calendar Kit - instructions included on how to print the calendar large scale from home! And check out the calendar printing tips blog post on my website: https://ashleymckenzietpt.com/7-easy-classroom-calendar-printing-tips/ Text Editable items included: • Editable Affirmation Station (sign and cards) • Editable Banners • Editable Desk Name Tags • Editable Daily Schedule Cards • Editable Classroom Jobs • Editable Behavior Chart • Editable Birthday Display (Months & Names) • Editable Days in School Chart • Editable Hand Signals • Editable Color Posters • Editable Classroom Labels • Editable Dismissal Chart • Editable Rolling Cart Labels • Editable Table or Group Signs • Editable Teacher Toolbox Labels • Editable Teacher Binder Covers and Spines • Editable Noise Level Signs • Editable Number Posters • Editable Number Line • Editable Place Value Posters • Editable Shape Posters • Editable Classroom Posters (Use these to create anything!) • Editable Clock Labels • Editable Weather Kit • Editable Flip Calendar • Editable Calendar Months, Years, and Calendar Cards • Editable Calendar Background (to change days of week fonts, or to translate the days of week to another language) • Meet the Teacher, Newsletter, and Note From Teacher Templates If you want the text editable items to match the look of the original decor, you'll need to purchase some of the fonts. I've included information on the custom fonts used within the download. However, you can always use any fonts you already have too! A tips and tricks page for using this decor pack is also included in the download! :) Be sure to check out the many other classroom decor themes and bulletin board kits in my shop! https://ashleymckenziedecor.etsy.com Here are more resources you might like: • Modern Tropical Classroom Decor Bundle: https://ashleymckenziedecor.etsy.com/listing/1099364005 • Modern Greenery Classroom Decor Bundle: https://www.etsy.com/AshleyMckenzieDecor/listing/1216162722 • Modern Jungle Classroom Decor Bundle: https://ashleymckenziedecor.etsy.com/listing/1410830523
Engage your little leaners as they dive into the ocean with these ideas! Videos, songs, books, and more are here to make your ocean unit easily planned!
A beachy bulletin board (full of ocean puns!), a “Whalecome” sign, and a “No Shell Phones” box — all DIY! UPDATE: Since this original post, we’ve made NEW printable signs with a little more artistic flair! Swim over to our post 10 Ocean Wisdom Motivational Quotes (Printable Wall Art) to get them, or keep scrolling down […]
Learn about sea turtles for kids with this FREE printable reader and worksheet to read,color, and learn about ocean animal life cycles.
As part of an ongoing project for my training coursework, I decided to introduce the children to an experiment with saltwater and freshwater...
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A Day at the Beach 2nd Grade For more information please follow me on Instagram @youngschoolartwithmr.g Like me on Facebook https://m.facebook.com/youngschoolart/ We're ready for summertime! We mixed our own tints and shades to create a beautiful day at the beach! We enjoyed designing our own flipflops and adding details such as an anchor and a starfish. How do you create a tint? How do you create a shade? We loved painting the waves! First, we painted white waves. Next, we painted blue waves. Lastly, we mixed the two colors together to create a tint of blue. We looked at many different types of anchors and found many hidden letters such as T, J, i, and U. This was very helpful when it came time to draw the anchor. We used Q-tips to add details to the starfish. Writing Connection: Write about your favorite day at the beach.
Grab this HUGE pack of printable Landforms Worksheets to help kids learn about different landforms while practicing math and literacy skills.
? Explore the ocean with these cute creative Ocean Crafts for Kids. Kids of all ages will love these fish, shark, octopus, crab, turttle, and more crafts!
One of the important concepts we teach in early elementary is about the great big world we live in. Students will learn about the world beyo...
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