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Engaging States of Matter Activities for Kids
Solids, liquids, and gasses: Oh My! Almost all of us teach the states of matter in our elementary classrooms. This is an important concept for
6 Fantastic Books for Your Plant Unit
Teaching your elementary students about plants? Don’t forget to grab a few books to keep in your classroom library! You can use these plant books
Poetry Books Your Students Will Love
It is so exciting when it is time to teach poetry! This genre is one that is enjoyable to teachers and students, alike. Plus, students
5 Fun Compare and Contrast Whole Group Activities
Comparing and contrasting is an important cross-curricular skill that all students need to master. In order for your students to nail down this skill, you
Anchor Charts to Help Students Understand Poetry
Poetry is such a fun type of reading and writing. I have found that kids love learning about it and teachers love teaching it! While
Engaging Ways to Teach Energy to Students
Are you teaching energy in your elementary science class? Do you want a low-prep way to help your students understand energy in all of its
How to Squeeze In St. Patrick’s Day Activities
Are you looking for St Patrick’s Day activities that won’t interrupt your instruction? Do you want to tie the holiday into your day-to-day lessons without
How to Teach Goods & Services During Your Economics Unit
Teaching economics to elementary students can be tricky. So, today, I want to explore how learning about goods and services will help your students’ understanding
Anchor Charts that Teach Author’s Purpose
Haven’t we always taught Author’s Purpose as PIE? How do we make the switch to the new(ish) terms for CCSS? Today, I am going to
How to Plan a Valentine’s Class Party
It’s almost time for Valentine’s! This means some of us will be planning a class Valentine’s Party. If this is you, I have some great
How to Teach Civics and Government to Elementary Students
Are you teaching a civics and government unit in your elementary classroom? This isn’t always the easiest subject for little ones, but today, I am
5 Great Books to Use Around Presidents Day
Presidents Day is around the corner! So, it’s time to start gathering some great Presidents Day books. Today, I have 5 excellent books to read
