Here's how I taught Kindergarten Reading and Writing Centers. No, I am not teaching Kindergarten this year, but I wanted to let you know how I ran my Kindergarten centers when I was teaching them. Everyone runs theirs differently, but I always like reading what other people do. Sometimes I hear about something and it's like, "Whoa! Why hadn't I thought of that?!" So here is what I did, as well as links to as many of the resources as I could … [Read more...] about Kindergarten Reading and Writing Centers
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Using Sentence Frames to Get ELL Students Writing
Getting low English proficient students to show what they know can be challenging because of the language barrier. One of the most effective ways to build their confidence and let them show what they have learned and understand is by using sentence frames. What are sentence frames? Sentence frames are simple sentence starters that allow ELs to focus on the information they are trying to communicate without having to worry as … [Read more...] about Using Sentence Frames to Get ELL Students Writing
Halloween Ideas I’ve Collected Through the Years
Not being in the classroom this year has definitely been different. Knowing there is a "bigger" holiday coming up that many teachers and students across the country will be celebrating has me feeling a bit out-of-sorts. While I love my new position, I miss these fun activities in the classroom! {Although I'm not sure I'm going to miss the headache that often comes at the end of some of these days! ;) } Anyway, I was going through some old … [Read more...] about Halloween Ideas I’ve Collected Through the Years
Sammie STEAM the Adventure Dog!
Last year my kindergarteners were studying needs of animals in the science lab. I had been on a lovely trail walk with my family. We were lucky enough to see beavers swimming into their lodge! I thought, “Wouldn’t it be great if some of my students could have this same experience with their families?” I decided that I would create a “Beaver Challenge.” I handed out this optional challenge to my four sections of kindergarten. Included in … [Read more...] about Sammie STEAM the Adventure Dog!
Christmas Tree Activities & Books for Kids
One of the most beautiful and magical symbols of the holidays is a bright, ornament-laden Christmas tree. Dating back to ancient times, the Christmas tree is not only a symbol of Christmas - it represents eternal life, perseverance in the face of adversity, and the wonder in a child’s eyes on Christmas morning. The Christmas tree is so special and iconic, you even find them in shopping malls in the country of Morocco! If you are looking for … [Read more...] about Christmas Tree Activities & Books for Kids
10 Ways to Keep Parents From Calling Your Principal
Even as a teacher, you dread it when you get told to come to the principal's office. "What did I do?" if often the first thought that goes through a teacher's head. While there's a good chance you've done nothing wrong, you may have. We all make mistakes. As an elementary principal and K-12 special education director, I saw firsthand some things teachers do that is upsetting to parents and makes them pick up a phone and call the … [Read more...] about 10 Ways to Keep Parents From Calling Your Principal
FREE Star Puzzle for Editable Activities
You're going to love this FREE star puzzle to create your own editable activities in the classroom or homeschool setting. You can use this puzzle to work on ANY type of skill you'd like (as long as it fits on the puzzle). These star puzzles are a great shape because they are evergreen - meaning they can be used at any time of year! How Does This Star Puzzle Work? This star puzzle will allow your classroom students or homeschool kids to … [Read more...] about FREE Star Puzzle for Editable Activities
Halloween Magic Square FREEBIE!
I'm still obsessed with them! Magic Squares, that is! By clicking on either of the pictures below you can go directly to my Teachers Pay Teachers store and get your copy for FREE. The 3x3 squares work well for lower elementary, while the upper elementary kiddos will love the 4x4 square. Get your Halloween Magic Square FREEBIE! All they have to do is match the word to the correct Halloween themed picture. (Keep in mind you do need to cut … [Read more...] about Halloween Magic Square FREEBIE!
Maker Space, STEM, STEAM, and the Elementary Classroom
Hi teachers! I'm Retta, from Rainbow City Learning, and I'm so happy to be a guest here on Hojo's Teaching Adventures! I've been tinkering around with the idea of having Maker Spaces in elementary classrooms for several years, and I'm super excited to talk about saving a place in your room for a Maker Space today. This post is organized around some questions you may have about Maker Spaces, STEM, and STEAM. What is a Maker Space? Simply … [Read more...] about Maker Space, STEM, STEAM, and the Elementary Classroom
