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“Life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans.” – John Lennon
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“Life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans.” – John Lennon 〰️
Engaging and Effortless: A Ready-to-Use Martin Luther King Jr. Lesson Plan for K-4 Classrooms
As Martin Luther King Jr. Day approaches, teachers across the country are seeking meaningful ways to honor his legacy in the classroom. This year, I’m thrilled to introduce an interactive, ready-to-use resource designed to help you create an engaging lesson without sacrificing hours of preparation. Whether you’re teaching in-person or virtually, this product is your go-to solution for blending history, literacy, and technology seamlessly.
Boost sentence building skills & comprehension
Download our FREE Winter Sentence Builders bundle to help your K-3 students practice sentence structure, vocabulary, and grammar skills in a fun, interactive way. These no-prep, Common Core-aligned activities are perfect for winter-themed literacy centers or classroom lessons. Get your students excited about learning with this easy-to-use resource designed for early learners. Grab it now and make sentence-building engaging this winter!
Are you Janu-ready???
Start the new year right with engaging classroom activities that are both fun and educational! Our FREE New Year Sampler helps you kick off 2025 with a seamless transition back to school. From interactive goal-setting to a creative acrostic poem, these time-saving activities are perfect for the first days back. Click to download the freebie and explore additional resources like our January Calendar Pack, Language Pack, and more to keep your class organized and excited for the year ahead. Follow us on TpT for more engaging educational content, and subscribe to stay updated with fresh ideas to streamline your teaching and save time.
Learning on the Fly: How to Play SWAT in Your Class
Ready to SWAT up your classroom engagement? Discover how this fast-paced, no-prep game can be customized for any grade level, boosting math and literacy skills while keeping your students excited to learn. Click to learn tips, differentiation strategies, and more!
How To Shine in December!
Feeling overwhelmed this December? Discover five easy-to-implement strategies to engage your students, reduce your workload, and make the season magical in your early elementary classroom. Packed with tips for morning meetings, differentiated activities, and classroom management, this post is your ultimate guide to shining in December.
How to Teach the U.S. Election Process Without Taking Sides:
Explore our Kid-Friendly Guide to the U.S. Election Process, designed to help educators teach the election without bias. This engaging resource covers everything from how candidates run to the Electoral College and Election Day. Enhance your students' understanding of democracy while promoting critical thinking skills! Don’t miss out on our limited-time bundle that includes guides on leadership and debate skills—perfect for a well-rounded classroom experience!
5 Classroom Management Strategies
Discover 5 proven classroom management strategies that foster a positive, collaborative, and inclusive environment in progressive elementary schools. Learn how to build a strong classroom community, encourage student voice, and promote restorative practices to create a happy and healthy learning space.
Why Kids Need Routines…
Routines are an essential part of a student's life at school. They provide structure, stability, and a sense of purpose, helping students to feel more secure and focused. In this blog post, we will explore seven reasons why routines are so important for students…
I Gotta Feeling…
As parents and educators, it's important to prioritize the social and emotional development of young children. One way to do this is through…