For many kids, Christmas Eve is the most magical night of the year. That’s because they know that on Christmas Eve, Santa Claus loads up his big, beautiful sleigh and dons his red suit and Santa hat. Then he heads out for his big trip around the world, bringing presents to all the good boys and girls - and eating way too many cookies in the process! If you are bringing Christmas into your elementary school classroom, these Santa activities for … [Read more...] about Santa Activities & Books for Kids
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Academic Acorn Games for Kids
Incorporating acorn games, books, and decorations is a great way to help your elementary students celebrate autumn in the classroom. If you live anywhere around oak trees, you are well familiar with the sight of pretty little acorns covering the ground. Acorns are one of the most recognizable of the tree seeds and are a favorite tree seed among children. If you are looking for some great ideas for bringing acorns into your classroom or … [Read more...] about Academic Acorn Games for Kids
Stocking Activities for Kids Plus Great Book Ideas!
When Christmas draws near, students grow more excited by the moment. They dream about a vacation from school. And they wonder about the gifts they will find under the tree and in their Christmas stockings. So, if you want to keep your students engaged in your classroom activities before the holiday break, it helps to find ways to bring Christmas activities into your lesson plans. One great way to celebrate with your students is by bringing some … [Read more...] about Stocking Activities for Kids Plus Great Book Ideas!
Candy Corn Activities for Kids
Whether you love them or hate it, you have to admit that candy corn is one of those unmistakable signs of fall - especially around Halloween and Thanksgiving. So if you are looking for a way to bring autumn into your elementary classroom, you need these candy corn activities for kids. You know the best way to keep kids focused on work is to make it fun. So I have some fun ideas to share which encompass math, reading, art, and any other … [Read more...] about Candy Corn Activities for Kids
Bat Activities for Kids
I’m sure it will come as no surprise to you when I say this. Kids love bats. They love to learn about them, draw them, and write about them. So when you can find a way to incorporate bats into your lesson plans, everyone wins. If you are looking for some great bat activities for kids in your elementary or homeschool classroom, you’ve come to the right place!Did you know there are over 1000 different species of bats? The smallest ones (commonly … [Read more...] about Bat Activities for Kids
9 Best Zoom Games to Play with Students
While virtual teaching may not be ideal, it is our reality right now. Fortunately, tools like Zoom allow us to reach our students even though they're not sitting right in front of us in the classroom. Being well-versed in all the features and functions of Zoom can help you best meet the needs of your students and provide them with quality instruction. That's why we have guest blogger Emily Ross here to help us better understand the best Zoom … [Read more...] about 9 Best Zoom Games to Play with Students
Supporting Children With Special Needs During The Holiday Season
The holiday season is a wonderful time of year, filled with excitement and anticipation for many children. For some children, however, the excitement and anticipation can be overwhelming, and can lead to social and behavioral challenges during the school day, as well as a decrease in academic performance. Children with special needs may be especially vulnerable to common stressors of the holiday season. Additionally these children may have … [Read more...] about Supporting Children With Special Needs During The Holiday Season
What Can Be Recycled: Classroom Edition
Do you ever wonder which items can actually be recycled? Sometimes I put things in the recycling bin, wondering if the workers have to fish them out at the recycling center. Or I throw something in the trash, thinking it probably can't be recycled. I've compiled a list of what can and can't be recycled - classroom edition. Some of the information may vary depending on where you live, of course. But this is a great chance for teachers to model … [Read more...] about What Can Be Recycled: Classroom Edition
EDITABLE Baseball Bat Puzzle | Create your own Sports Decor Classroom Activities
This EDITABLE Baseball Bat Puzzle is a great way to practice various skills in a fun, hands on manner with elementary or middle school kids **This resource needs to be edited in PowerPoint. If you do not have that program, please do NOT purchase.** WHAT YOU GET: One EDITABLE baseball bat puzzle (12 pieces) with room for 14 problems NO PREP options of the puzzles above A puzzle mat for students who need extra support A planning … [Read more...] about EDITABLE Baseball Bat Puzzle | Create your own Sports Decor Classroom Activities
