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DIY Dry Erase Boards!

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Having a solution for creating your own portable DIY dry erase boards is easy and fun!   Of course, you could buy a set of white boards.  Or go to … [Read more...]

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Simple Story Starters for Kids

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Story starters for any grade level are a great way to practice writing skills. I remember being in 4th grade, and loving creative writing lessons … [Read more...]

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Simile Fun!

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Similes are a fun lesson when teaching about different types of figurative language.  I love teaching about similes with third grade.  They are old … [Read more...]

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Be A Task Manager!

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Hey friends!  I have a special surprise for you today!  I quietly posted the image below on Instagram the other day just to see if anyone would be … [Read more...]

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Holiday Party Ideas!

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I know so many of you are allowed to do some sort of holiday party in your classroom, and I thought about the newbies who may not have done one before … [Read more...]

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Marker Mug Magic

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Hey teaching friends!  It has been a crazy last couple of months to say the least!  I hope your life is way more calm.  :) Today I wanted to share … [Read more...]

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Student Gift Idea: Snowflake Window Clings! And a Freebie!

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Hey all!   Hope you had an awesome Thanksgiving Break and are prepping for the holidays!  YAY!   How about a new idea for students to create gifts for … [Read more...]

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Snowman Sam Reading Over Break

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Hey teaching friends!  Sorry for the last minute post, but you know how it gets - especially this time of year - lol!  :) I had a request from … [Read more...]

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8 Ways to Display Learning Objectives

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Having a fun way to display learning objectives in the classroom makes them more attractive for students and more likely they will interact with them … [Read more...]

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7 Must Haves for Organized Teachers

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Teacher supplies in the classroom, whether you are a new teacher or a veteran, are important to making your space your own.  You spend so much time … [Read more...]

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Simple Headphone Storage Solutions

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Headphone storage, particularly in the classroom when you can have up to 40 sets or more, can be challenging.  Finding a storage bag or case that not … [Read more...]

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5 Fall Fun Math Games

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I love using fun math games in the classroom for a variety of reasons:  differentiation, brain breaks, indoor recess, or even as a behavior party … [Read more...]

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What to do With Parent Helpers in the Classroom

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Parent Volunteers in the Classroom. Are they an urban legend to you? Or do you have parents begging to spend more time in your room? Field trips, … [Read more...]

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Free Polygon Math File!

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I don’t know about everyone else, but it sure its hard getting all the subject areas in during the day sometimes!  I like to integrate my subjects as … [Read more...]

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Classroom Bulletin Board Backgrounds

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It's almost that time!  Many teachers are either already back in school or prepping for the new school year to begin!  I have found there is a … [Read more...]

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