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 December draws near, it's the perfect time to teach your students about how different cultures celebrate holidays around the world. Reading and writing opportunities abound for your class to compare customs, do research, read informational texts, and watch videos of … [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...]
T’was The 5 Days Before Christmas Break…..
Do you do a Christmas break countdown in your classroom? Here's what happened in mine the last 5 days before Christmas break... T’was the 5 days before break and all through the school, My sugar plums were dancing and testing the rules! I knew that I needed to … [Read more...]
