Critical Thinking: 7 Winter-Themed Activities to Warm Up Your Brain
As the winter chill sets in, it’s not just our bodies that need to stay warm and active; our brains also crave stimulation and challenge.
Seasonal/Holiday
One of my favorite ways to engage students is to provide activities that teach content and skills with a seasonal or holiday theme. In this section, you will find activities that focus on Thinking Skills, Reading and ELA, Math, and Writing with a seasonal or holiday theme.
Groundhog Day Craftivity
This cute groundhog craftivity includes all the templates you need to create this adorable groundhog along with a writing activity.
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TEACHING GRATITUDE: 7 IDEAS, A GIVEAWAY, AND A BLOG HOP
Teaching gratitude becomes a focus of my instruction as soon as November’s golden leaves signal the onset of Thanksgiving. One of the most valuable ways
Engaging Alternative Halloween Activities Your Kids Will Love
Not all kids celebrate Halloween; therefore, I plan several engaging alternative Halloween activities during the month of October. As teachers, it’s our responsibility to offer
Hispanic Heritage Month: How to Observe It and Eight Mistakes to Avoid
National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated each year from September 15 to October 15. This is an excellent opportunity to introduce students to the rich
10 Inspiring Picture Books About Inventors Your Class Will Love
Sharing picture books about inventors is a great way to provide elementary kids with real-life examples of perseverance and creative problem-solving. By immersing students in
Engage Students with My Favorite Winter Picture Book – Snowflake Bentley
In winter, it can be hard to keep your students’ attention. Many days are cold and dreary, while some just seem to stretch on forever
Fun & Creative Activities for May
May is such a busy time in the classroom. I sometimes refer to it as May Madness because of all of the extra activities and
The Ultimate List of Engaging Spring Activities for Teachers
Looking to bring a little spring into your classroom? This list of my favorite spring activities will have your students engaging in meaningful reading, writing,
April Activities Your Students Will Love
April is such an exciting month. Spring is finally here and the weather is beginning to change. There are so many exciting things going on
10 Engaging Activities for St. Patrick’s Day
Help your students feel the Luck of the Irish with fun and engaging activities for St. Patrick’s Day! From writing to math to reading, you
Fun February Activities for Your Classroom
February is the sweetest month of the year! You can just feel the love with all of the Valentine’s Day talk and goodies around you.
3 January Activities Your Students Will Love
It’s the beginning of a new year! The perfect time to start fresh both in and out of the classroom. I don’t know about you,
Favorite Seasonal/Holiday Resources
