Each and every year I struggle with keeping students engaged after "the test" is over. It's like the students have a sixth sense and know that the "real" learning is already done. But that couldn't be farther from the truth! The trick is finding ways to keep them entertained while also keeping them learning. Last year my 6th graders partnered up with some of our youngest elementary students. We had "Literacy Buddies" for the last five weeks of … [Read more...] about What To Do AFTER Testing – Part 1
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Homophones/Homonyms Practice
Many of us use centers, Daily 5, CAFE, or word work in our classrooms - even in our upper elementary classrooms. This homophone idea I'm about to share will work in your 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th grade classroom. You may also be able to modify it for slightly above or below those grade levels. My 6th graders often struggle with homonyms (perhaps better known as homophones). You know - those words that are pronounced the same way but spelled … [Read more...] about Homophones/Homonyms Practice
FREE Differentiated Math & ELA Magic Square Puzzles | Use for At Home Learning
You're going to LOVE this FREE K-6th grade differentiated Magic Square Puzzles Sampler Pack! It has great resources to use for math and ELA centers, review, enrichment, early or fast finishers, and more! These engaging puzzles make it quick and easy for teachers to provide hands on activities that meet the needs of all students! This free download is a compilation of pages from some of my math and ELA products. You’ll find GREAT Magic … [Read more...] about FREE Differentiated Math & ELA Magic Square Puzzles | Use for At Home Learning
Social Distancing Classroom
We all know the upcoming school year is going to look different. Teachers and educators around the world are already wondering what this new "normal" means for their students and themselves. Whether you are in the social distancing classroom, doing remote learning, or partaking in some type of hybrid between the two - this post is for you! My friend Amy and I have started an Instagram and Facebook page to keep a safe conversation for teachers and … [Read more...] about Social Distancing Classroom
1st Grade Sight Word Magic Square Puzzles
Let your 1st grade students master sight words with these hands-on First Grade sight word games. You get TWENTY 2x2 puzzles and FIVE 3x3 puzzles. The 2x2 puzzles have students match four sight words and the 3x3 puzzles have them match nine. Words included are - after, again, an, any, as, ask, by, could, every, fly, from, give, going, had, has, her, him, his, how, just, know, let, live, may, of, old, once, open, over, put, round, some, … [Read more...] about 1st Grade Sight Word Magic Square Puzzles
Making Worksheets Fun
If you've been around my site for awhile now, you know I am not a fan of worksheets. I think they're boring, often not engaging, typically not all that fun, and students generally don't like them - especially if you're doling out 5+ of them every school day.But today I want to share my tips for making worksheets fun. Because sometimes you just need to do a worksheet. I get it. Maybe you didn't have time to create that engaging activity. Or maybe … [Read more...] about Making Worksheets Fun
1st Grade Literacy Puzzle Bundle
Engaging, hands-on, and FUN! This bundle of 1st Grade literacy centers is a great alternative to boring worksheets! Use them with your first graders in the homeschool OR classroom to instill critical thinking into your literacy lessons. WHAT YOU GET: 1st Grade Sight Words (25 puzzles) *#^ S Blend Words (2 puzzles)**^ L Blend Words (2 puzzles)**^ R Blend Words (2 puzzles)**^ AR & AKE Words (1 puzzle)**^ NK Ending Words … [Read more...] about 1st Grade Literacy Puzzle Bundle
K-5 Ultimate Elementary Math Puzzle Bundle
If you need ALL the K-5 puzzles - this ULTIMATE Elementary Math Puzzle Bundle is for you! You get EVERY Magic Square Puzzle I have made for Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade. Plus they are over 90% off the full listing price! If you change grade levels regularly, are a homeschool family, or teach Title I or special education - THIS variety of elementary math puzzles is for you! HoJo’s math puzzles have individually sold … [Read more...] about K-5 Ultimate Elementary Math Puzzle Bundle
How to Teach About the Presidential Election in Your Classroom
Can I just be honest for a moment? This year, many people are more heated about the election than in years past. The main two candidates have elicited strong emotions from people on both sides. That being said, it's hard to know how to teach about the presidential election in your classroom. Do you just pretend the 2016 election isn't taking place? Do you ignore talking about the candidates and simply focus on the process? Or … [Read more...] about How to Teach About the Presidential Election in Your Classroom
