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How to Help Your Students Set Goals for the New Year
Getting back into the groove is hard, especially when it comes to a classroom full of elementary students who have had the last couple of
How to Master Your Midyear Content Check-Up Without Stress
It’s the middle of the school year, which means it’s time for a content check-in! We need to see what standards we’ve already taught, whether
Best Books for Your Holidays Around the World Unit
If you are teaching a Holidays Around the World, or Christmas Around the World unit this winter, these books are perfect additions to your plans!
Teaching Diverse Holidays All-Year Long
I have always enjoyed teaching holidays! It is a great way for students to learn about cultural and social traditions from all around the world.
Presidents’ Day Reading and Writing Activities
With Presidents’ Day quickly approaching, it’s time to think about how we can incorporate the holiday into our lesson plans. I recommend using Presidents’ Day
Digital Christmas Ideas for the Classroom
Christmas always seems to sneak up on us! Additionally, it can sometimes be difficult to add in Christmas instruction without adding a lot to our
How to Teach Christmas Around the World with Technology
I have always loved teaching Christmas Around the World. It can be lots to plan and lots to prepare, though! So, today I am going
Valentine’s Day Reading Activities
During the month of February, there are so many holidays and events to squeeze in. One of those is Valentine’s Day. I have gathered up
6 Activities to Do Your First Week Back After Break
The first week back after winter break can be tough for both the students and the teacher. This is because the kiddos well-rested, but out
Winter Reading Activities Plus a FREEBIE
This is always my favorite blog post to write each holiday! I’ve been writing these blog posts for a few months about my favorite holiday
Favorite Kwanzaa Read Alouds
Last month, I gathered up great read alouds for Thanksgiving and Christmas. I also wanted to include some read alouds for Kwanzaa and Hanukkah. I
Lesson Ideas and Activities for Hanukkah
December is a perfect month to teach holidays from all around the world. Generally, some teachers focus on all types of holidays, and some teachers
Favorite Christmas Read Alouds
Favorite Christmas Read Alouds Christmas is coming so it’s time to stock your shelves with favorite Christmas read-alouds and children’s books for kids to read.
Christmas Around the World Teaching Ideas
Christmas Around the World is one of my favorite units to teach. It brings in diversity lessons, social studies lessons, and a chance for kids
Top 10 Teacher Gifts for the Holidays
Are you a teacher, buying for a teacher friend? Are you a mom or dad looking for your child’s teacher? Need ideas? You’re in luck.
