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Here's the best of Antwerp in one day; an Antwerp itinerary to make the most of 24 hours in the city and the best things to do in Antwerp...
As teachers, it’s obvious that we want our children to learn and master the standards. However, I think we all hope to reach them on a personal level as well. Most of us have had a teacher who treated us like we mattered. There was something special about walking into the door of his or her classroom. That
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Wanne plan a one day in Antwerp itinerary? Then read this guide. It details the best things to do in Antwerp and the best hidden gems in Anterp.
Known as the Venice of Portugal, Aveiro is a great day trip from Porto. Here's top things to do in Aveiro, Portugal in one day.
After 19 years in the classroom, I‘ve picked up a few tricks that have saved me from hours reinventing the wheel year after year. The best thing I ever did for myself was complete some upfront work that led to years of little to no prep and planning! Here are my top three work smarter, not harder tips for easy lesson planning: 1. Save and store reusable worksheets and task cards. Classrooms don't have a lot of storage space, but keeping photocopies of the materials your students will use year af
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Building rapport is one of an umbrella of strategies whose goal is to create a classroom your students love being part of. And why is that important? Because when your students look forward to your class, everything is easier. From behavior to attentiveness to ... Read more
Looking to visit the Alsace region on your next trip to France? Here's how to spend one day in Colmar with gorgeous photos!
Build your own queen size murphy bed with detailed instructions and plans! It's a great space saver and looks like built-ins on your wall! Perfect for a multi-purpose room!
The best itinerary for one day in Rotterdam. What to do and what to see in Rotterdam in one day if you are short of time or are visiting on a day trip.
Bruges or Ghent, which one is right for you? This in-depth comparison of both cities will help you decide whether to pick Ghent or Bruges.
From Hamlet's Castle at Kronborg to monasteries and cute, colorful houses, there are so many historical sights to see in one day in Helsingør!
Build an itinerary for one day to one week of the best things to to in Bogota, Colombia: explore its history, museums, and vibrant graffiti & food culture, plus day trips in the surrounding area!
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Ljubljana is the capital of Slovenia and a charming European city with a medieval core. In this guide you'll find the best things to do in Ljubljana.
A one day in Sintra itinerary to make sure you see everything important on your day trip from Lisbon to Sintra.
You can’t miss spending at least one day in Saint-Paul-de-Vence so I have prepared a list of fun things to do in Saint-Paul-de-Vence.
When you plan a detox, two things are always discouraging - the amount of time it takes for the plan to work, and the hunger pangs that follow the detox/diet program. But, looking at the bright side, they
From the moment students step through your door, you begin to build that sense of community together. It’s important to start working on core values immediately so that students know they are going to be apart of a class family that is safe, supportive, and welcoming. These are some of my favorite ways to build […]
Build an itinerary for one day to one week of the best things to to in Bogota, Colombia: explore its history, museums, and vibrant graffiti & food culture, plus day trips in the surrounding area!
Planning to spend one day in Bruges? You won't regret it! Read this itinerary, find the best places and create an absolutely perfect day.
Utrecht Itinerary: how to spend one day in Utrecht, Netherlands on a day trip from Amsterdam. Maps, photos, restaurant recommendations.
A complete guide to enjoying the highlights of Salzburg in a day and making the most of your time (without feeling rushed)!
Today I'm sharing one of my favourite tasks for building community in the classroom. Students are able to share an important aspect of themselves (the story of their name) with the class and with me, their teacher. Through this task we are also working on important skills, like reading comprehension, writing, and reflection. Day 1 To begin, I asked my students to write any name they wish they had on a sticky note. They then placed it in a mason jar. I read my class the story "The Name Jar" by Yansook Choi. We stopped at several points in the story to predict, make connections, infer, and ask questions. At one point, we paused in the story so that students could journal about the name they wrote down on the sticky note earlier: - Did they choose their own name? Or another? - Why? - If you chose another name, where did you hear that name before? Day 2 At the end of Day 1, students were given homework. (Stick around to the bottom of this post for a chance to get your own copy of this sheet.) I make it very clear, that while names all have meanings, your family may not have chosen your name for that reason. They might not know the meaning, and you can choose to look it up with your family if you wish. I also focus a lot on nicknames and your own feelings about your name. While I've never taught a student in foster care, or one who was adopted, I do think it's important to mention that this could be a touchy task in those situations, so be sure to know your students first, and modify as needed. Students use the homework task, and the journal write from the previous day, to write "The Story of their Name". Some possible options to include are: - who you are named after - the meaning of your name - a name you'd rather have - your feelings toward your name - nicknames you may have - the person (or people) who chose your name - how your name was chosen This piece of writing is then self, peer, and teacher edited, and a "good" copy is made. Day 3 I found this excellent step-by-step self-portrait from "Art Projects for Kids". I modified the task so that instead of drawing the left or right side of their face, they would draw the top half. Students find that folding their page into quadrants as she suggests is very helpful. Under the document camera I demonstrate each step, and students copy, adapting to their own facial features. Each student gets a mirror to look in to help them personalize. The final pieces are put on a bulletin board for display. Students also coloured in a bubble letter version of their names to complete the display. (I used the font KG Red Hands Outline for this.) Day 4 Once we've completed the task, the last job is to reflect on our work. I pulled some elements from our Arts Education curriculum (very relevant regardless of where you teach) for students to self-assess on. I've used the proficiency scale language our school has moved to for all reporting. A few students found it helpful to complete their reflection while looking at the finished product on their bulletin board, but most didn't need this. Want a copy of both my homework and reflection pages? Follow the image or button below to grab your copy. Take Me to the Free Download Pin this post.
Coming to spend one day in Naples? There are so many great sights to see! Make sure you don't miss any of them by following this itinerary!
We all have time for mindfulness in our daily routine. Here's how being mindful benefits you &15 ways to incorporate mindfulness into your everyday life.
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Your complete guide on how to spend the day in Porto. This full day itinerary will show you the best sights, photo locations and historic buildings across the city
Experience the best of Bergerac in one day with this ultimate itinerary! It covers all the top attractions and best things to do in Bergerac. You can stroll through the beautiful old town and admire half timbered buildings. There are museums and eateries aplenty. Don't miss a stroll along the Dordogne River, lined with cafes and boutiques, and be sure to sample the Bergerac wine.
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One day in Brussels itinerary - a complete guide on how to see the best of Brussels in 1 day (+ map and the most popular day trips).
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One day in Brussels Itinerary: Grand Place, Mont des Art, Sablon, Porte de Halle, Saint-Gilles…
Find activities and tips on how to build a classroom community, so each student feels welcomed, loved, and comfortable coming to school.
Detailed guide to the best places to visit in Puglia Italy with tips on where to stay in Puglia, the best way to get around and a Puglia map.
Are you ready to transform your daily routine with engaging "question of the day for kids" activities? Not only do these activities spark conversation, but they also foster critical thinking skills, enhance communication, and create a
