September 17th is Constitution Day... a day set aside for celebrating the U.S. Constitution. Obviously, this is one of America's most important documents, but many young children don't understand what it's all about. I get it. When I was six years old, I was focused on my dolls and hoping my mom … [Read More...]
The OK Book
We were combing through our bookshelves last week when we found our copy of The OK Book. And, embarrassingly, I kind of forgot I had it, which is a bit shocking, because I read it during the first … [Read More...]
Elephant and Piggie Book Activities
I know when I first started teaching, the Elephant and Piggie series didn't exist, but I've been reading the books for so long now, I can't remember my teaching life without them. When my own kids … [Read More...]
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Fire Safety Week Activities for Kids
Fire safety and prevention are always on our teacher to-do lists for the fall. With October right around the corner, we're busy pulling together all our resources. Though, I have to say, being married … [Read More...]
Student Data Folders: Empowering K-1 Kids
Student data folders are very empowering for children, even young children. Often, teachers and specialists oversee just about everything related to student achievement data. Most of the systems in … [Read More...]
Fractions Activities for First Grade
We've loaded up on all sorts of fractions activities this year. It just so happens it's one of our students' favorite math units. Why? Because one of the key concepts is about equal parts. And kids … [Read More...]
Place Value Games for 1st Grade
When my own daughter was in fourth grade, her teacher hooked her with something she called Munchie Math. Her classroom was stocked with all the predictable manipulatives and resources, but food? Well, … [Read More...]
Apple Day Activities for Kids
Fall is right around the corner which means Apple Day isn't far behind! It's the perfect time to make applesauce from scratch, learn who Johnny Appleseed was, and explore all the parts of an apple. If … [Read More...]