I went to a writing class today. It was really useful and I came away with a lot of ideas. One of the things we talked about was stating an objective before each lesson and letting students know exactly what is expected of them. Students are more likely to meet
This Holiday Bingo Set is perfect for class parties or family gatherings! It has fun holiday clipart for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and winter. It comes with 30 different variations of the bingo boards and caller cards (and can accommodate up to 30 students). The bingo boards and caller cards come in color and B&W
Last week we learned about word endings (-s, -ed, -ing). My students had a lot of fun with these activities and they loved the “ed” and “ing” posters I made for them. The “-ing” poster has young kids on it, because when words end with “-ing” it means it is
Reading Comprehension Worksheets and Activities is my #1 bestselling packet on Teachers Pay Teachers and is currently being used in over 25,000 classrooms! I am so glad you guys love this packet as much as I do! This packet contains 75 reading response sheets that can be used with any
It will be sad to take down all my cute Halloween decorations! Even though I love Thanksgiving and all its yummy-ness, it just isn’t as cute (maybe Pinterest will change that)! Did you all make those adorable Glyph Monsters from Kindergarten Rocks? LOVE THEM! And my little pumpkin patch is
Ever since I have been in the classroom, I have been telling my students this (I got it from my cooperating teacher when I was a student teacher… Thanks Lynda): Graphics By Jessica Weible Illustrations It helps with those students who just want to “get ‘er done”… and fast… It’s
Do you ever feel like you’re a performer instead of a teacher? Do you have pompoms, silly hats, and an endless supply costumes in your classroom closet? Do you sing or dance in front of your students, JUST to get their attention? I know I do, because I’ll do anything for those
I am so excited for October, because Halloween might be one of my favorite holidays (besides my birthday)! Last year we made this darling candy corn art (thanks to my wonderful teacher friend) and it hung from our ceiling during October. My students had a lot of fun making these and they
Wow-WOW! I have literally been up all night working on this unit! I need sleep! You know that feeling when creativity strikes and YOU. CAN’T. STOP. until it’s done?? Ahhh! My bed is literally CALLING my name! (For reals… my husband just woke up and he is wondering where I
My popcorn word-wall is definitely the cutest addition to my circus themed classroom! Popcorn calling them popcorn words, because they “POP” into your mind! They are great for your classroom Word-Wall and look so adorable. These popcorn words are on actual popcorn clip-art! To see the different popcorn words available in this
Last year I had a “cursed” wall. I wish I took a picture of it for you, because it really was cursed. It was ugly, damaged, and I couldn’t staple a thing into it. I covered it with butcher paper (by taping and gluing it down) and used it as
We kicked off the year learning about “even” and “odd” numbers. (I want them to do their Everyday Learning workbooks independently…) I found a great idea on… you guessed it Pinterest… with Even and Odd Houses. I feel in love with it immediately and I had to do it with my
I have been crazy busy getting my classroom ready for Monday. I don’t know how you teachers with kids do it! If I had kids, they would be seriously neglected right now… My poor husband. Anyways… while getting my classroom ready, I created an Everyday Learning workbook. This book will
I am a very lucky lady and let me tell you why: I just spent the last two weeks sightseeing in Europe. It was amazing, to say the least. Italy and Greece. I loved them both. Thank you to my wonderful in-laws for the trip of a lifetime! This vacation
My popcorn word-wall is definitely the cutest addition to my circus themed classroom! I love calling them popcorn words, because they “POP” into your mind! They are great for your classroom Word-Wall and look so adorable. These popcorn words are on actual popcorn clip-art! To see the different popcorn words available in
Tired of the same old flashcards? This FREE game transforms sight word practice into an exciting, fast-paced challenge your students will love. It’s perfect for small groups in the classroom—or even as a fun family game at home.
