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5 Ways to Celebrate the 100th Day of School for Big Kids
Big kids can celebrate the 100th Day of School too! 1. Create a 100th-Day of School time capsule.Have the students write letters to themselves about what they've learned in school so far and what they...
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Formative Assessment Types That Students Will Love!
Formative assessment can be fun and creative!1. Break students into groups and challenge them to put on a skit. Skits work with almost any content area! They can be used to show understanding of a...
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4 Lent Activities for Families
Children can develop a closer relationship with God during Lent. Lent activities revolve around prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. Here are a few Lenten activities you may want to try:1. Make a prayer...
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The Benefits of Buddy Classes in School
Buddy classes in school are when two classes from different grade levels, usually a higher and lower grade, are paired together. The purpose of buddy classes is to foster relationship building, provide...
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Read Across America Day Ideas For Big Kids
4th Graders may be big kids, but most still like to be part of the Read Across America Day celebration.Here are a few ideas that are fairly easy to implement:1. Pair up with a buddy class for story...
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How To Teach the Holy Trinity
Teaching the Holy Trinity can be a little tricky. Like many concepts, starting with a concrete lesson and proceeding to the abstract may help children begin to understand the Holy Trinity.1. Use...
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5 Ways to Teach Area and Perimeter
Teaching area and perimeter can be both challenging and fun.1. Start with real-world examples.Students will see that it's practical to learn how to calculate area and perimeter if you use examples...
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5 Activities To Do After Standardized Testing
After standardized testing, students deserve some fun and engaging activities to unwind and celebrate their hard work!Here are five fun activities that can be used to help students relax and recharge...
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4 Spring Prompts For Writing Success
Spring is here and it's the perfect time to inspire your students to get creative with their writing. Students can respond to prompts in a spiral notebook. Try having them write from the top of the...
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100% Fun, 100% Educational: 3 End of School Year Math Games for Kids
Kids need a break from traditional math lessons as the end of the school year winds down. These math games are the perfect way to spice up the last few weeks of school by reviewing math concepts and...
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Help Kids Understand the True Meaning of Memorial Day - #HonorTheBrave
Memorial Day is more than a picnic and 3 day weekend! This federal holiday is a time to reflect on the sacrifice of the people who have served our country. Explaining the true meaning of Memorial Day...
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Stay Ahead of the Game: Early Preparation is Key for Teachers Preparing for a...
The end of the school year can be hectic and exhausting, but next year will be here before you know it! Preparing early is the key to starting the year off on the right foot. Catch your breath and then...
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Fun Back to School Games
Back to School games can be a fun way to help students get to know each other and build community. Try mixing up some printable activities with some interactive games for back-to-school fun!1. Duck...
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The First Few Days of School
As a brand new teacher, I asked about the school's procedure regarding lesson plans. My principal, Mr. Smith, answered, "Just create a checklist for the first few days of school." This was great...
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Math Motivation with Food
If you find your students (and you!) getting a little bored with the math curriculum, try adding food to your lessons.1. Appetizing AssignmentsGrab some snacks and lots of math problems. The problems...
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Talk Like a Pirate Day
Ahoy Matey! Let's add some pirate themed fun to your lesson plans on Talk Like a Pirate Day!1. Have small groups write skits using kid-friendly pirate phrases.Take the opportunity to compare and...
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13 Group Halloween Costumes for Teachers
Halloween is a fun time of year when people of all ages can dress up and get into the spirit of the holiday. For teachers, Halloween can be a great opportunity to bond with colleagues and create a fun...
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Following Directions Fun
Following directions takes practice!Here are a few ideas to consider...1. Blindfolded BuddiesHide sets of objects around the room (such as a stack of plastic cups, a container of dice, etc.) Students...
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7 Easy Ways For Teachers To Save Money - Maximize Your Resources
As the cost of living increases, it can be challenging to find ways to save money. You may find a few ideas here you haven't tried yet!1. Save on Groceries.Look in your fridge and cabinets for items...
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Teacher Travel: How I Learned to Fly Free!
Are you a teacher looking to travel while stretching your dollars this summer? Do you know it's possible to fly without paying for a single ticket? From points to free companion passes, there are many...
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National 4th Graders Day - 4 More Ideas!
4th Grade is worth celebrating!Here are 4 more ideas to celebrate National 4th Graders Day!1. Have a 4 of Everything Day.Use the number 4 all day long. Here are some ideas to get you...
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2024 Big Game and Taylor Swift Ideas for the Classroom
Are your students talking about the Big Game? Football has a different level of appeal now that Taylor Swift plans to attend!Here are 5 ideas to integrate a Big Game/Taylor Swift theme into your...
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2024 Solar Eclipse for Kids
The next solar eclipse will occur in North America on April 8, 2024. This event will surely spark curiosity in your students. Check out a few ways to make the solar eclipse a remarkable learning...
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21 Whole-Class Rewards
Your class has just filled the marble jar! Now what? Here are 21 ideas for whole-class rewards for elementary school students:1. Extra Recess Time2. Movie and Popcorn Party3. Board Game Day4. Card...
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How to Integrate Music Into Your Math Lessons
Need to capture your students' attention? Try enhancing your lessons with music! Music stimulates various parts of the brain making it a great tool for education.1. Play Classical Music During Arrival...
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