Today’s students have always known the internet. They have grown up in a world where much of the information we read each day comes from online sources. With this it’s important for them to learn how to evaluate websites and decide which ones are credible. For that – try the tree octopus! Updated October 5, 2023 Yes, yes – you’re…
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Dictionary Resources for the Elementary Classroom
Today’s students don’t need to have the same dictionary skills as students of days past. With all the technology available, it’s easy for students to use spell check. BUT that doesn’t mean spelling or dictionary use has completely gone away! Today’s dictionary resources are a great collection of FREE downloads and resources to help your upper elementary students master the dictionary. …
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Teaching Place Value {Great Ideas, FREEBIES, and More!}
It seems like most math curriculum and teachers start the year teaching place value. It makes sense. After all, students need to understand how to break numbers apart before they can learn to do much else with them. And regardless of how many times they’ve learned place value in the past, there will be at least a couple who act…
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Back to School Tips for the Busy Educator {plus a FREEBIE!}
It’s about that time again – Back to School! Whether you are excitedly ready and raring to go or sticking your head in the sand for a few more days/weeks, it’s coming! Who couldn’t use a couple tips to help them start the year off right? No tips needed – then how about a freebie?! This blog post has both!…
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Have a “BRIGHT” School Year! {Fun Gift Idea!}
As some of you start to gear up for the new school year, I wanted to share this little item I whipped up last year! It’s a FREE back to school printable that states “Have a BRIGHT School Year!” There are five different types of tags to use – each with four different, “bright” graphics! Choose the one that works for…
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