Primary Teaching Ideas, Resources and Strategies
Today’s teaching tip is primary geared toward kindergarten teachers… However, I bet that pre-k and first grade teachers will get a lot of use out of this one as well! And, it’s sad to say, but I wouldn’t be surprised if some 2nd and 3rd grade teachers needed this tip as well… especially if you work with ELL students or… Read More
Can you feel it? The out-of-control feeling in the air? Do you see it? The frenzied, wild-eyed look in the eyes of all the children you see? Can you hear it? The unbelievable decibel level of every cafeteria, playground, hallway and bathroom in your school? It can mean only one thing… Summer is coming!! And it’s coming fast! If you are… Read More
The idea for this blog post – I have no idea why – came to me in a dream. Seriously weird, right? I woke up after dreaming about writing a blog post about the worst field trip ever. I’m not sure exactly why my subconscious thought I should share this with you right now, but this seems like as good… Read More
We had some very special visitors today! Aren’t they cute?? One of my teammates (also known as my Teaching BFF) came over this morning and asked if my class could come visit for awhile. Of course. Yes. The answer is always yes… no questions asked. (We have started a great “Family Time” with our classes this year and it is my favorite… Read More
I feel like the walls in my classroom are prime real estate. My little firsties spend six hours every single day surrounded by these walls! That is HUGE. I try to make sure that everything in our room is engaging, meaningful, and educationally relevant for my students. For the past few years I have felt conflicted about posting standards in… Read More