It feels like we just got back from winter break and it’s time to celebrate Valentine’s Day! When it comes to celebrating holidays in the classroom, I like to bring out a few games. There ... Read More about Simple Valentine’s Day Games for the 2nd Grade Classroom
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How to Encourage Growth Mindset All Year Long
As the “newness” of the new year wears off, it’s common for the focus to drift away from growth mindset. There are so many things demanding our attention in the curriculum, so it’s easy for growth ... Read More about How to Encourage Growth Mindset All Year Long
Lunar New Year in the Classroom
Lunar New Year is a very important celebration for those who observe this holiday. You can help your students understand the rich history of this celebration by learning more about Lunar New Year ... Read More about Lunar New Year in the Classroom
Classroom Management After Winter Break: 7 Helpful Tips
The return to school after winter break can be a challenging time for students. They are processing emotions about experiences they had during their time away from school. Plus, they are excited ... Read More about Classroom Management After Winter Break: 7 Helpful Tips
Engaging Activities for After Winter Break
When students step back into the classroom after winter break, they have had a wide range of experiences while away from school. Some students will be eager to return to the stable school routine, ... Read More about Engaging Activities for After Winter Break
New Year Activities for a Growth Mindset Classroom
If you have been working hard to create a growth mindset classroom, then you know how important goal-setting is for students! The start of a new year is a great time to help your students set ... Read More about New Year Activities for a Growth Mindset Classroom
Holiday Math Activities That 2nd Graders LOVE!
The month of December is a busy time of year in elementary classrooms. There are many extra activities and schedule interruptions that can impact the time you have available for math ... Read More about Holiday Math Activities That 2nd Graders LOVE!
How to Set Up a Classroom Kindness Elf
The holiday season is my favorite time of year, but it can also be a little bit stressful. If you feel the same way, you might feel like adding a classroom elf to your daily routine might be one ... Read More about How to Set Up a Classroom Kindness Elf
6 Classroom Management Mistakes to Avoid in December
You’ll probably agree that there are things we do as teachers to make our lives a tad more chaotic in December. We are trying to our best to encourage positive behavior and keep learning on ... Read More about 6 Classroom Management Mistakes to Avoid in December
Classroom Elf Writing Activities to Spark Creativity
Have you decided that you will have a visitor from the North Pole in your classroom this year? A classroom elf doesn’t have to be a time-consuming or complicated part of your December classroom ... Read More about Classroom Elf Writing Activities to Spark Creativity