You already know that classroom meetings are an excellent community-building tool but you may be asking yourself, is it really necessary for my students to sit in a circle for class meetings? The ... Read More about Should Students Sit in a Circle for Class Meetings?
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Class Meetings Greetings Your Students Will Love
Classroom meetings are a great way to build community, and greeting each other may be the most important part. Class meeting greetings allow each of your students to hear their name said in a positive ... Read More about Class Meetings Greetings Your Students Will Love
Class Meetings Strengthen Classroom Community
As we look forward to a new school year, it is key to find ways to build strong classroom communities. A common concern I hear from teachers is how students have been disconnected from each other. ... Read More about Class Meetings Strengthen Classroom Community
FREE End of the Year Countdown Chain
It's time for the end of the year! And a countdown chain is a super fun and EASY way to tick off the days until the last day of school. However, it's not a typical chain. This End of the Year ... Read More about FREE End of the Year Countdown Chain
5 Tips for Keeping Students Engaged the Last Weeks of School
Engaging Graphing Activities for 2nd Graders
One of my students' favorite math units is graphing! These graphing activities for 2nd graders are a hit year after year because it's engaging and fun! They get excited creating their own questions, ... Read More about Engaging Graphing Activities for 2nd Graders
9 Easy Earth Day Activities for Kids
Earth Day is April 22nd this year and if you’re looking for some ways to celebrate or participate, check out this list of fun, and safe, Earth Day activities for kids you can do at school or at home ... Read More about 9 Easy Earth Day Activities for Kids
5 Ways to Keep Readers Engaged
One of the most challenging things in the classroom is how to keep students engaged in what they are reading. Many students go through the motions or either simply don’t enjoy reading because they ... Read More about 5 Ways to Keep Readers Engaged
How To Share Digital Positive Notes during Distance Learning
Handing out paper notes isn't as easy while we are distance learning as it would be if we were in class. Luckily, sending digital positive notes is an easy solution! It's a fun, quick, and easy way to ... Read More about How To Share Digital Positive Notes during Distance Learning
Making Meaningful Connections with Students with One Note A Day
I'm sure we can all agree that distance learning is not the same as in-class teaching. One challenge that teachers are having is making meaningful connections with their students. Sometimes a "good ... Read More about Making Meaningful Connections with Students with One Note A Day
