Apple season is here and we're ready for all the apple love... apple turnovers, apple butter, and of course applesauce! Slow cooker applesauce is incredibly easy to make with kids, even in a classroom. And the smell that fills the air while it's simmering and doing its thing just adds to the anticipation of eating it. "When will it be done?" can be heard on repeat all morning long. To make … [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...]
The Pigeon Has to Go to School
The Pigeon has to go to school, but to be honest, he's not happy about it. In fact, he's panicking. Loaded with what-if questions, he's working hard to get out of going. "What if I don't like school?" "Will finger paint stick to my feathers?" "Why does the alphabet have so many letters?" "What will the other birds think of me?" "What's up with those heavy backpacks? I'm a fragile … [Read more...]
Summer Road Trips – Let’s Go!
Summer road trips can be an exciting adventure for kids. From visiting friends and family to trying out something new, a road trip can create memories that last a lifetime. However... sitting in a car for hours on end can become a little boring for kids. (Honestly, adults too.) It doesn't have to be though. A little planning goes a long way toward helping a road trip go smoothly. These are our … [Read more...]
Opposites Activities for Children
Left, right, high, low... our favorite opposites activities are all here! This post speaks mainly to K-1 teachers, but working with higher level antonyms is part of building a rich vocabulary. The work you're doing now will set your kids up for success as they move into the higher grades. As a primary teacher though, if you have kids who are ready, you can introduce them to more robust … [Read more...]
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