Andrea Knight

Teacher · Learner · Author

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 to a firefighter, the term "fire hazard" seems to be part of our daily conversations. You'd be surprised to know how many there are, lol. A while back, it dawned on me that we spend a lot of time … [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 you're ready, let's get these Apple Day activities prepped! Remember to save time for the library, too. Our media center is packed with books about apples, both fiction and nonfiction. The hard … [Read more...]

A Letter from Your Teacher on the First Day of School

There are certain picture books teachers grab year after year because they're perfect for the first week of school. For us, A Letter from Your Teacher on the First Day of School is becoming one of those books. When you're working on setting the tone for your classroom and beginning to establish a healthy culture, this one's a great choice. There are so many directions you can take after reading … [Read more...]

Back to School Coloring Pages

The first morning of the first day of school is a special kind of special. There are a lot of feelings happening, so we're always looking for gentle ways to welcome kids into the classroom. Recently, we put together a set of back to school coloring pages for kids who just want to come in and be alone with their new crayons for a bit. I was that kid. Quiet time plus new crayons? Yes, … [Read more...]

Our Class Is a Family

Shannon Olsen's picture book, Our Class Is a Family, is quickly becoming a back-to-school favorite. We're not surprised. It's short. Sweet. And speaks to the idea that a group of people who care about each other is another type of family. And that makes it just right for the first week of school. ACTIVITIES FOR OUR CLASS IS A FAMILY Lesson plans for the first few days of school are pretty … [Read more...]