Do you use Kaboom! in your classroom? It has been my go-to center for the past few years, whether I'm teaching Firsties, or now third graders. If Kaboom! is new to you, or it is something you haven't yet tried in your classroom, here ... Read More
A Letter To My Students About Standardized Testing
To My Amazing Third Graders, This week I have to give you a test. I know that most of you have never taken a standardized test before. I know that most of you probably don't even know what the term standardized test means. ... Read More
Music in the Clasroom: Pump up the Jams
I love music. I belt out my favorite tunes in the car, I sing in the shower, and I hum when I'm nervous (or concentrating!) So, why not in the classroom? Today, I want to talk about how I use music in my classroom to help ... Read More
FREE Number Talks
First grade teachers, access 20 FREE Number Talk Prompts to enhance your place value unit and get your students engaged in conversation.
10 Multiplication Center Ideas
If you've ever taught multiplication, you know how hard it can be to help students build fluency with their facts. All of our students process the concept of multiplication differently and therefore will build their fluency and ... Read More
10 Ways to Support Students with Hyperactivity & Attention Needs
I know I am not alone when I say that I struggle to sit through staff meetings without doodling on my paper, shifting in my seat, getting up to use the bathroom and occasionally whispering with my teacher friend next to ... Read More
iHelp: Classroom Job Chart
I'm putting the finishing touches on my new classroom in the next two days. I can't believe that students return on Thursday! Where did the summer go?!? I've been in over drive the past few days, and cranking out the ... Read More
