As we start planning for Women's History Month, we've been thinking about our students. This year's group has different needs than last year's and we've needed materials that are a little more supportive in their design. We may still use our printable biographies, but we're excited about the format … [Read More...]
Tacky the Penguin – An Odd Little Bird
Tacky the Penguin has been on our winter read-aloud list for so many years now. Penguins are one of those obvious seasonal topics this time of year, but there's more to this story. If you know, then … [Read More...]
Bear Snores On
We love Karma Wilson's "Bear" books. With winter right around the corner, we're busy planning lessons around her sweet little story, Bear Snores On. It's perfect for this time of year... cold air, … [Read More...]
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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...]
Write the Room Holiday Activities for K-1
Our students have been doing some version of write the room activities since I started teaching. It worked then and it works now. Any opportunity to get them up and out of their seats is a win. And … [Read More...]
Field Trip Readiness and Reflection Activities
Is field trip readiness a thing? It should be. If you've ever planned one, you know it's a bit of work. And the to-do list can get a little long... call the trip guide, send home permission slips, … [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 … [Read More...]
Women in Math and Science
Let's teach girls about women in math and science, and let's go ahead and begin with our littlest learners. Learning the stories of amazing women who came before us is not only important, but … [Read More...]