FREE Templates from Shake Up Learning! Get choice boards, magnetic poetry, fake Instagram, and more!
This Student self-assessment tool with data tracker, exit ticket, and formative assessment helps students track progress.
These all about me, back to school art activities for kids are engaging icebreakers. Encourage creativity and build community during the first week back
Do your kids LOVE to color? Here is a great way to combine coloring with learning with this FREE Countries of the World Printable Book!
Equip your child for success with these awesome educational resources! You'll have everything you need to help your preschooler explore the alphabet and beyond. Take advantage of these free printables.
It's time for some truth telling.
Unwanted talking is near the top of the list of teacher frustrations. In this article, learn the actual strategies to finally get rid of it for good.
Learn three simple things you need to teach your ESL beginners right away. These include variations of introductions, classroom surroundings and basic needs
Free printable shapes worksheets for teaching kids the basic shapes. Lots of fun activities to download for FREE!
Geometric Art
Meet the teacher night can be stressful, but it doesn't have to be! Make it successful with these tips + free meet the teacher handout!
Looking to develop your Canva confidence so you can create beautiful handouts, flashcards, and models for your ELA classroom? Great! Find help in this post.
Learn About the 7 Continents! Exploring the 7 Continents has never been more exciting! It’s a Small World Continent Study is filled with over 35 activities to help your students gain a greater understanding of the seven continents. This 130+ page unit is filled with great resources, posters, printables, activities, and projects that will open […]
Effective homeschooling will bring tremendous result in the long run…You Can Do it right with this free resources.
Set of FREE printable world map choices with blank maps and labeled options for learning geography, countries, capitals, famous landmarks
These engaging strategies to incorporate movement in the classroom are perfect for the fidgety students & kinesthetic learners in your class!
LEARN TO WRITE YOUR NAME It is so exciting when children become curious about how to write their name. I believe teaching them to write their name should be the first word they learn how to spell . It is personal, concrete and helps them realize that putting letters together in writing has me
Movement in the classroom is beneficial for many reasons. First and foremost, getting up to move in the classroom might help anxious students relieve stress.
Welcome to the How-To Guide for First Year Art Teachers where I give you my 10 Steps for Success! Congratulations! You got your own classroom. OH MY GOSH, you have your own classroom. Your mind and stomach start racing, both with extreme excitement and panic because now, it all just got real. You will have a lot of students, a lot of planning, and a lot of classroom to keep organized. Figuring out where to even start is a huge stress and will require a tea (or a beer) and a nap (probably some Netflix too).
Not only will cutting sheets help teach your child how to cut properly, but they offer great practice for cutting a straight line.
Google Chrome Extensions have been a lifesaver for so many teachers this past school year. Check out 10 must-have extensions you'll want!
Get your teacher life organized with 200 free Google Keep headers! This note-taking system will revolutionize the way you teach.
Experiment your way around the world with these 50 science experiments related to different countries and cultures around the world
These all about me, back to school art activities for kids are engaging icebreakers. Encourage creativity and build community during the first week back
Use our free printable music activity as a boredom buster with kids stuck at home or as a fun part of music education in a classroom.
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!
It's time for some fun geography hands-on learning! I love mapping activities and have put together a fun printable set to build a city map. This fun printable set is 15 pages long and includes 5 different
The six word memoir is a quick and creative way to get students thinking and writing about their own lives. Whether you use it for an icebreaker (which makes a great display!) at the start of school or as part of an identity or personal narrative unit, this engaging activity pulls together reflection, writing and visuals to produce a memorable moment of connection with your student writers. This curriculum set now comes with a Google drive link to an editable version of the student instructions and handouts. I hope that's helpful! From the Reviews: "I'll be using this during the first week of school with my sophomores. I've done six-word memoirs with my students before, but I love that you have added an artistic element. I also appreciate the short reflection assignment, as reflection is a very important part of my classroom culture. Thanks!" "Great activity to use during the first week. Will be using as a lead in to a 5 paragraph essay. Thanks!" "Easy to use. Open-ended enough to allow creativity." Here's what's inside: Clear project instructions Two template options to help students combine their words and imagery An optional reflection to extend the writing process once the six word memoirs are complete Please check out the preview to see the handouts in detail. Looking for more creative ideas for your English classroom? Check out The Spark Creativity Teacher Podcast! Did you enjoy this activity? Please share your thoughts by leaving a review! You'll get free credits towards your next purchase, and think of the karma. Love combining visuals with ideas in class? Check out these popular one-pager activities.
These are 8 simple tips for beginning substitute teachers and even those who are seasoned guest teachers. Make your day easier with these tips!
Free set of printables to go along with Magnetic Tiles. Includes two levels of difficulty. Builds problem solving skills.
This simple and easy teacher gift idea is the perfect gift for any teacher. Get your favorite teacher what they really want this year!
How to plan collaborative project-based learning activities in the math classroom. Check out these engaging PBL ideas for 3rd grade students!
This is a great activity for students learning the Pythagorean Theorem. Students will use the Pythagorean Theorem to calculate distances. In addition, students will add decimals to calculate routes involving more than one stop. Lastly, students will explain the shortest route.
Use this free printable teacher questionnaire to get to know the teacher. Find out exactly what to give the for birthday, Christmas and end of year gifts.
Looking for a fun way to introduce the writing process to your students? What about using playdough? Come grab a fun & hands on lesson for your classroom!
In my play based classroom there are 10 essential learning areas. I cannot do without them. The provocations and resources offered in these areas change throughout the year dependent on children's interests and the curriculum intent. The placement of these 10 areas within the classroom is thoughtf
FREE Minecraft Learning Printables (Various Subjects)
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!
FREE Templates from Shake Up Learning! Get choice boards, magnetic poetry, fake Instagram, and more!
Just about every teacher LOVES clipart and LOVES free stuff!! This freebie clipart bundle includes 78 pieces of high quality graphics. To get your FREE school supplies clipart, click here! Best wishes! You Might Also Like:New Year New BookMy Family Tradition: Writing with ImageryOh Lucky You, Free Bookmarks!Free Earth Day Printable
So, you're a new 5th grade teacher... Are you overwhelmed? Excited? Terrified? Maybe you're all of these things! It is my hope that after reading this blog post, you will feel prepared and confident to meet your new
