Hopefully, you just finished watching the math manipulatives webinar my friend, Anna (Simply Skilled in Second), and I did tonight. We want to thank you for watching and for your great questions. We both thought it would be easier if we wrote blog posts with links for you to some ...
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St. Patrick’s Day Classroom Ideas, Freebies, and More!
Are you looking for some fun and engaging St. Patrick's Day Activities to do with your students? This post has everything you need to plan and create a fun day or even week of St. Patrick's Day themed activities. I have so many freebies for you, too! Update March 2025...I have created a week of ...
Read Across America Ideas
This week we are celebrating Dr. Seuss and Read Across America Week. In my classroom we read as many Dr. Seuss books as we can and we learn about Dr. Seuss himself. In past years, I was able to find affordable books and items at Target and Kohls. I threw together this quick post ...
Last Minute Valentine’s Day Printables and Freebies
I don't know about you but I feel like Valentine's Day snuck up on me! We had two snow days last week and now I am behind on lessons. Plus, the 101st Day has been moved back two more days, too. It is going to be a crazy week. Here are some ideas, freebies, and activities I ...
Winter Ideas and Freebies
I don't know what type of winter you have been having but this pretty much sums up the weather here on Long Island: We did have one snowy weekend and of course the kids were so very excited. I decided to make them these banners to complete in class. They are a freebie so, just ...
Celebrating 2017 in the Classroom {Freebie Included!}
When do you go back to school? We go back January 3rd. I'M NOT READY! I need to get all the December projects down when I get back and usher in the new year. I am sure you are planning on doing the same. I am here with a freebie and some resources to help you celebrate ...
Gingerbread Classroom Ideas
Gingerbread is my favorite December theme and a favorite of my students. They cannot wait to read a different version of the story and see if they follow the same pattern. I hope you find some ideas in this post to help you and your students get immersed in all things ...
Holiday Gift Guide
Hi Everyone! I am here with a holiday gift shopping guide. This post was super fun for me to write because well...I am addicted to online shopping. I hope you enjoy my gift picks and they help make your online holiday shopping easier! For the teacher in your life: Lunch Tote - ...
Tips to Help Fidgety Students
We all have fidgety students and it is natural and normal. Kids need to move! Unfortunately, there are times where movement can be distracting or not appropriate. This post has ideas to help you and your fidgety students. First, let me say that my classroom allows for lots of ...
What I Wore: Fall
Here are some of my looks from October and early November. It has still been warm here, so not exactly jacket weather but I am loving vests and cardigans. My friend Deedee Wills took the photo above when we were in NYC for the weekend. My dress and cardigan are past season from the ...
