The second quarter of the school year is by far, my favorite. I love autumn and everything we teach during this time. In this post, I'll share digital reading activities for one of my very favorite books that will keep your students engaged as they increase their comprehension … [Read more...]
Fun Activities To Teach Telling Time
Telling time on an analog clock can be a difficult concept for primary students. It's often a tricky skill for them to master and one that is a bit more abstract than other math skills they are learning. These telling time activities and hands-on ideas bring high engagement and a … [Read more...]
Teaching Central Message with The Gingerbread Man
Teaching primary students to determine the central message of a text can be a bit tricky. I find that young children don't yet have the life experience to draw on when trying to identify or articulate the moral in a fable, the life lesson of a fairy tale, or the central message … [Read more...]
10 Reasons You Should Be Teaching With Kid President Videos
Do you teach with Kid President videos? If not, you should! As a primary teacher, here's what I've discovered: Opportunities for teaching language, writing, and literacy standards abound! Plus, the possibilities for using them to build community, foster friendships, and promoting … [Read more...]
What’s In Johnny’s Appleseed’s Knapsack?
Have you every wondered what Johnny Appleseed carries in his knapsack? Well, my students have and their opinions are priceless! Our apple-fest continues and today I'll show you some fun things to do while learning about Johnny Appleseed. A few years ago, on Sept. … [Read more...]
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