From laugh out loud rom coms to heartwarming narratives, these highly-rated fall romance books are packed with cozy autumn vibes.
Welcome to the simplest and tastiest quick bread recipe you’ve ever tried! This bread can be made in just 10 minutes without the need for an oven. Perfect for those ... Read more
Upper elementary blog with practical, rigorous, classroom tested ideas to implement with your students.
Then, we used a little total physical response to give my firsties a better visual on how the size of the places we live are related. They *loved* this
Discover my favorite activities that are aligned with the science of reading curriculum to help your young learns master reading fast.
Looking for ways to use comprehension passages in your classroom? Come check out how use mine plus check out my new comprehension one pagers!
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 […]
Whether you're a homeschool mom looking for a great book for your 5th grader or a classroom teacher trying to build a great library, finding texts that are engaging and a great fit for your readers can be tough. I've compiled this list of the best books for 5th graders to help save you time and give you a
How to read music made easy : an introduction and guide to reading music for beginners - perfect for kids but ideal for adult beginners too!
Reading the Bible will help you find God nearer, closer, and more available. Find five steps for how to read the bible for beginners here.
Learn how to make a reading pillow with this easy and fun sewing project. These pillows can make a great handmade gift for your loved one.
These are some of the most popular and best-loved books for circle time! They're wonderful other times as well, even in my own home at bedtime.
Print This CraftWe’ve started our Printable Bird Coloring Pages to help you identify some of the birds you may find ... Read More
Halloween math activities and reading comprehension can be so much fun with Halloween Project Based Learning! What upper elementary student doesn't love haunted houses and everything spooky? Turn that excitement into learning with a creative, engaging, hands-on Design a Haunted House Project! This project is not only perfect for classrooms already familiar with project based learning (PBL), but it's also ideal for teachers who are looking for ways to really engage students with a high-interest activity. Kick off your Halloween Project Based Learning Unit by showing several different videos or ads which highlight haunted attractions and persuade people to visit
Fall Crafts for Kids that are fun and educational. Great for September, October and November to celebrate cooler weather in all grades.
The ideal body weight calculator is a tool to know your ideal weight based on your sex and height. Calculate your healthy body weight with this free online tool.
ALL ABOUT EARTH Get ready for a month filled with so many fun activities to teach your kiddos all about our planet Earth . I teach this unit in April so it coincides with Earth Day. I’ve loaded up this blog post post with read aloud book ideas, free videos you can share with your students,
A complete guide to travel in New Zealand - how to prepare, where to stay, the most important sights and suggested itineraries!
Back to school time and need some 'getting to know you' activity? Ditch those reading interest surveys and try these fun & hands on activites!
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, […]
In this blog post: Download a set of decodable readers based on your favorite fairytales and folktales including The Little Red Hen, The Three Little Pigs, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Jack and the Beanstalk, and The Three Billy Goats Gruff. If you’ve been around for a while, you know that one of my favorite […]
I have always been intrigued by the art of Sashiko, but I have never had a chance to learn more about it. This article from Koekoek was just what I was looking for. It is a nice introduction to th…
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).
Binding is the final step of quilting and it must be perfect. Otherwise, all your efforts will be wasted!
If you've torn your rotator cuff, surgery isn't the only option. Read on for 10 rotator cuff exercises you can do to relieve pain and build strength.
Do you want to keep your students engaged and reading during reading time? Read this post to learn about 10 reading centers for upper elementary.
Learn what shadow work is and why it's so crucial. You'll also find 7 powerful shadow work exercises with journal prompts included.
If you’ve ever wondered what the top things to sell on Etsy are and how to dramatically increase your sales, this is the guide for you.
Passive income ideas that will help make you rich as you generate continuing income. Diversify and create recurring income with these passive income streams
We need to understand that gifted children are not just “bright” – a highly subjective label. 15 signs of a gifted child--read on to learn.
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.
PATRÓN EN ESPAÑOL SCHEMA IN ITALIANO Hello again! It’s been months now since I published a premium pattern for Snoopy, and I have recently discovered that it’s marked as «Bestseller» on…
How to Read a Knitting Chart for Absolute Beginners with Video Tutorial by Studio Knit
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 »
Are any of these ineffective teaching methods still part of your practice? Time to reconsider.
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.
The connection between food sensitivities and weight gain lies in understanding how food sensitivities cause inflammation and the
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
