Show Don’t Tell in Writing Plus Free Writing Anchor Charts
Teaching writing in elementary is pretty complex because there are so many strategies to teach! My students often struggle with writing boring sentences. So I really focus my energy on mini lessons to help them make their writing more interesting. Today on the blog let’s talk about how to teach students the writing strategy Show […]
Surprising Ways Calendar Math Routine is Important
I think we can all agree that having a morning routine in our classroom is a perfect way to begin the day in elementary. My morning routine always begins with our calendar bulletin board for calendar math! I have to tell you, I never expected calendar time to be one of my favorite times of […]
How to Teach Words with Silent Letters
Are you teaching silent letters kn, wr, gn and mb? Silent letters words can be tricky for students but important for developing strong reading and spelling skills. And it’s no surprise that research shows explicit phonics instruction for the sounds that letters and letter combinations make is the best approach in teaching students about silent […]
How to Teach Adding and Subtracting with Decimals
This week I am introducing how to subtract and add decimals! We’ve spent quite a bit of time on decimal place value. Teaching elementary students to add and subtract decimals can be a challenge, but it’s an important skill for them to learn. In this blog post, I am sharing a few tips that might […]
How To Create A Rainbow Classroom Theme
Rainbow Classroom Theme: The Perfect Way To Add Color and Joy to Your Teaching Space! If you’re looking for a fun classroom theme idea for 2023, keep reading! Decorating a classroom with a rainbow theme can be a fun and easy way to create a bright and cheerful atmosphere. Rainbow classroom decor is truly timeless […]
Why You Need a Daily Visual Schedule in Your Classroom
The beginning of the year is a great time to think about setting up your classroom for success. Many teachers are looking for ways to boost their classroom management for smooth routines and procedures. Classroom daily visual schedules are great for helping students understand how their day will flow. What is a daily visual schedule? […]
How to Teach the Values of Decimal Places
Do your students understand decimal place value? Decimals are a new concept for most of our elementary math students. This can be a tricky concept for kids to grasp, but it’s an important one for them to understand as they continue to work with larger numbers in math. Understanding place value helps our students think […]
The Best Tips for Teaching Narrative Writing in Upper Elementary
Teaching writing can be overwhelming! Narrative writing is an important skill that can be difficult for upper elementary students to master. Storytelling comes naturally to some of our students, but some of our students find narrative writing and storytelling very difficult. But with the right strategies and a little creativity, you can help all of […]
Teaching Interpreting Data and Graphing in Math & FREE Graphing Activities
I love teaching math! Teaching graphing and data analysis is no exception. The graphing in math lessons is so visual and hands on which always leads to student engagement. PLUS graphing is such an important skill in upper elementary! Interpreting data and graphing is a real life math skill students will need to build upon […]
7 Powerful Classroom Management Tips for Surviving Winter Holidays as a Teacher
The few weeks between Thanksgiving and Winter break are always CrAzY in elementary classrooms. Am I right?!? And as soon as the calendar flips to December, teachers know it’s next to impossible to get your students to focus in class! How can I keep my students learning during the winter holidays? What keeps students engaged […]
