Black History Month is coming up soon... time to get our read-aloud basket stocked with the best books. If you're also working with first and second graders, you know finding books that aren't overwhelming can sometimes be a challenge. We've been working to collect our favorites over the last few … [Read More...]
What Is Inauguration Day?
Inauguration Day is right around the corner, but many kids don't fully understand what happens on that day. It's typical for us to plan election activities for our students. However, we don't always … [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 … [Read More...]
FEATURED POSTS
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 … [Read More...]
Animal Habitats – Fun Activities for Kids
Animal habitats are so diverse. When I think about all the different spaces where plants and animals thrive, I'm truly in awe. Animals, and their ability to adapt within changing ecosystems, are full … [Read More...]
Taking the “Scary” Out of School Safety Drills
School safety drills are so important and, though they're probably not our favorite thing to talk about, we need to prepare children for the kinds of emergencies they could encounter during the school … [Read More...]
Teaching Basic Economics in First Grade
When I first learned I would be teaching basic economics to a room full of six-year-olds, I raised an eyebrow. These seemed like concepts only college kids studied before they embarked on careers in … [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 … [Read More...]