Thank goodness for morning work journals. For real. Actually, let's back up. What does the beginning of your school day look like? I've gone through a few morning routine renovations over the years. Some, when I was a newbie, are probably too embarrassing to mention. Others resulted in various degrees of chaos. And others looked like a series of worksheets I confess were probably busy … [Read more...]
Presidents’ Day Activities for Kids
Each year on Presidents' Day, we spend time teaching the children about George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. And for good reason. They were both a big deal. But there were others who also left their mark on America's history in other ways. FDR helped the nation recover from the Great Depression. Theodore Roosevelt cared deeply about conserving our country's natural resources. And Barack Obama … [Read more...]
Let’s Get Ready for Christmas Eve!
This time of year brings a rich variety of holiday traditions with it. For children who observe Christmas Eve, this special night is an exciting time, full of anticipation for the morning ahead. Let's be ready for it! Start by gathering up your favorite Christmas books. Honestly, there are so many to choose from, it's almost overwhelming. Specific to Santa, we love these: Santa Claus, … [Read more...]
Yetis Are the Worst
Yetis are the worst! Or are they? At the beginning of this story, Gilbert the goblin certainly thinks so. And he's on a mission to convince the reader to have the same opinion. Alex Willan's picture book starts out with Gilbert making the case for goblins being mysterious ... a trait Gilbert seems very serious about having. Gilbert: "Did you know that we goblins can be quite secretive? We lurk … [Read more...]
Procedural Writing Templates That Grow with Your Students
I love to write, so I love to teach writing. But not every kid is as enamored with it as I am. "I don't know what to write," is a phrase I've come to expect from at least one child each year. For many children, our how-to writing unit is a favorite. The self-confidence of a six-year-old is enviable and it's not hard to convince them they are experts at something. Some, however, are sure they … [Read more...]
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