Learning about the customs and traditions of Christmas holidays around the world is always a December highlight. In this post I'll share the books and videos I've collected over the years that feature unique customs in each country and make the learning come alive as you teach … [Read more...]
10 Holiday Classroom Traditions to Start This Year!
Do you have holiday classroom traditions that your students just love every year? If so, you'll want to add a few of these to your favorites! If not, read on to discover fun ways to start some! Here are 10 of my favorite classroom Christmas activities that will quickly become … [Read more...]
10 Best Books for Comparing Gingerbread Stories & Teaching Ideas to Use With Them
I'm a huge fan of using Gingerbread Man books to address a multitude of reading standards, but especially for comparing story elements. There are so many delightful versions available for comparing and contrasting characters, illustrations, settings, and plot. Gingerbread read … [Read more...]
10 Magical Ways To Teach Holidays Around the World
As the holidays draw near, it's the perfect time to teach your students about how different cultures celebrate Christmas holidays around the world. In this post I'll share lots of ideas, activities, and even some freebies to make teaching holidays around the world magical for … [Read more...]
5 Easy Ways to Survive the Last Week Before Christmas Break
Surviving the last week before Christmas break can make even the most seasoned teachers feel frantic. To make the days less stressful I've rounded up a few of my favorite ideas and activities to help save your sanity, survive the week, and have fun with your students! These … [Read more...]
