Science is the highlight of the week for 2nd graders! But as much as we love the excitement of an amazing experiment, we also know that our literacy blocks are ... Read More
7 Habits To Keep A Clean Classroom All Year
Every year, I always set a goal that I'm going to do better at keeping my classroom clean. Then, the school year starts, and things get a bit hectic, and (I hate to ... Read More
Free Focus Wall Posters & Easy Ways to Use Them
Many schools now require learning standards and objectives to be posted where both students and staff can easily see them. While this may start as a requirement, ... Read More
An Easy Routine for Teaching Verb Tenses
Teaching verb tenses can sometimes feel like teaching a whole new language. There are many different rules to know and follow, which can be complicated for students ... Read More
4 Fluency Skills to Master (And How to Teach Them)
In kindergarten and first grade, much of the focus is on phonemic awareness, phonics, and decoding skills. These teachers are professionals at building the ... Read More
4 Easy Ways to Demonstrate Reversible and Irreversible Changes Using Play-Doh
We all know that hands-on learning is one of the best ways to help young children understand big science concepts, and reversible and irreversible changes are no ... Read More
