Summer Stuff #1 - The Birthday Committee
Truth: I have a secret teacher fear that I will forget a child's birthday.By the time you finally get your class list (Doesn't it feel like it takes forever?!) birthdays are the last thing on your...
View ArticleDifferentiate for Advanced Learners with Exclusive Math Challenges
I hope you're leaning back in a comfy chair with a new pedicure, enjoying your well deserved SUMMER!If you're up for some back to school talk, starting to consider what in the heck you'll be doing come...
View Article3 Simple Math Ideas for the First Weeks of School
Hey Super Teacher!Back to School time is upon us! Whether you go back this week (I'm talking to you Colorado friends) or not for a few (lucky Michiganders), here are 3 math activities you can use on...
View Article3 Writing Ideas for the First Weeks of School - Activities for Setting...
During the first days and weeks of the school year, it's super important to focus on establishingwriting norms and immerse students in activities that help them generate ideas for writing.If students...
View ArticleEasy Art Project for Year Long Bulletin Boards - Bubble Letter Name Art +...
Here's an idea for a simple art activity you can use when you need at least 15-20 minutes of students working/you can rest your voice time. This project in one for the Back to School Art, Year Long...
View ArticleEngage Your Highest Mathematicians NOW with this Simple Strategy
Do you have a few kiddos who seem to know everything in math before you teach it, and might even be starting to look a little bored when math time rolls around?You want to meet the needs of all your...
View Article10 Quick & Easy Writing Activities for Successful Centers
If you're thinking about simple ideas for centers, this post is for you! Here are 10 writing activities you can use for centers, Daily 5, or literacy stations that requirevery minimal prep. Although...
View ArticleHalloween Math Challenge: A Frighteningly Good Freebie
Are you a 2nd or 3rd grade teacher looking for a FREE Halloween math activity? Try this October math challenge. It includes a math challenge focused on place value and logical thinking, a lined page...
View ArticlePrep Like a Pro! 5 Tips for the Best Parent Conferences Yet
Are you in the throes of Halloween, centers, and parent conference chaos? In October everything seems to come together like a perfect storm that can turn your classroom and personal life into...
View Article10 Amazing Gift Ideas for your Favorite Teaching Teammate
Looking for the perfect gift you can get for that super cool elementary teacher or teaching teammate? Whether you're on a budget or looking to spend a little more, you can find the perfect teaching...
View ArticleThe NEW November Math Challenge is Here {and it's FREE}
If you are a 2nd or 3rd grade teacher looking for a FREE Thanksgiving or fall themed math activity, try this November math challenge. It includes a math word problem printable focused on addition with...
View ArticleA Thanksgiving Freebie - Showing Thanks with Thank You Grams
Are you looking for aThanksgiving writing activityyou can use as a center, fast finisher, writing lesson, or holiday activity for the month of November? Look no further than Thank-you-grams!This easy...
View ArticleSanta Scramble Math Challenge: A Festive Freebie Download
If you are a 2nd or 3rd grade teacher looking for a FREE Christmas math activity, try this Santa Scramble December math challenge. It includes a math word problem printable focused on addition with...
View ArticleFocus on Kindness at Christmas with this Easy Classroom Tradition
Are you looking for a meaningful (yet easy to prep) Christmas classroom activity you can use for the entire month of December?Try RACK sacks!These are a simple way for your students to practice...
View Article5 Teacher Tested Tips to Simplify Christmas in the Classroom
Looking for some simple classroom Christmas ideas to help keep you sane this December? Try one of these 5 Teacher Tested Tips to simplify your classroom Christmas!During this crazy month of Secret...
View ArticleA No Prep First Week Back Activity: Grammatical Name Art
If you're looking for a simple project to use as a get to know you activity, or a guided activity to transition back to school after a vacation (hello winter and spring break!) grammatical name art is...
View ArticleEngage and Challenge with {FREE} March Math Activites
If you are a 2nd or 3rd grade teacher looking for a FREE St. Patrick's Day or March Madness math activity, then try this March math challenge & brainteaser freebie. The download includes a March...
View Article10 Quick & Easy Writing Activities for Successful Centers
If you’re thinking about simple ideas for centers, here are 10 writing activities you can use for centers, Daily 5, or literacy stations that require very minimal prep. Although we might not want to...
View ArticleEngage Your Highest Mathematicians NOW with Math Contracts
Need an easy way to start challenging your advanced math kids NOW? Try math contracts! This simple strategy works wonders for challenging those talented 2nd and 3rd grade mathematicians. Read on to...
View ArticlePrep Like a Pro! 5 Tips for the Best Parent Conferences Yet
Planning for parent conferences? This post includes 5 tips for preparing + two free parent conference forms you can use to make parent conference prep as painless as possible. Perfect for elementary...
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