Research projects are a great way to introduce little learners to the world of non-fiction. Throughout first and second grade we enjoy many non-fiction texts. By the end of first grade, I had my first graders doing a research project practically on their own (in a small group). Here are some tips and even a […]
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5+ Ideas for Teaching Grammar
Grammar is an important feature in reading skills, but sometimes it seems mundane to teach. There are some simple ways you can integrate grammar skills into your teaching, reading centers, or small group time. Somethings do need to just be taught directly, but the practice doesn’t have to be boring! Here are some ways you […]
Amazon Teacher Must Haves
What teacher isn’t obsessed with Amazon?? It delivers all you ever could need right away (if you have Prime). Ashley from Teach Create Motivate and I are joining forces to show you our MUST HAVES for your classroom that you can find on Amazon. Wall Pops aren’t for walls anymore! Stick them to your desks […]
Grammar Activity Using a Bridge Map
There are two kinds of teachers in the world. Those that integrate their grammar instruction and those that teach it at a separate time. Which are you? I teeter back and forth between the two. I like to think of my grammar instruction as mini lessons, that help with developing the concept, then the application […]
Retelling and Sequencing Puzzle
A blog post about retelling A major kinder and first grade standard is retelling literature they have read or that has been read to them. I have found this to be a difficult skill for my English Language students especially, but as we’ve been practicing orally, they are getting better and better! Here is a fun […]
Monster Adjectives
It’s fall, it’s Halloween. It’s time for monsters. It’s time for adjectives! A coworker reminded me of this book Go Away Big Green Monster {affiliate link}. Classic 90’s book {can’t you tell from the cover??}. I remember reading this book as a kid. I’ve just barely touched on adjectives with our pumpkin exploration, but now it’s […]
Books Bloggers Love: Click Clack Boo!
School is in full swing and it’s time to start thinking about FALL! We ladies are Books Bloggers Love have another set of fabulous books for you! My book is Click, Clack, Boo! I adore all the “Click Clack” stories, they are too cute. Those little farm animals are always up to silly things. I […]
Creating Independent Writers in a Primary Classroom
I thought I had taught the BEST writing lesson and knew the kids could get right to work. Then, from the corner I hear, What do I write?”, “What am I supposed to do now?” ARE YOU KIDDING? WE JUST TALKED ABOUT IT FOR 10 MINUTES AND YOU COPIED IT DOWN! I got sick and tired […]
Celebrating the End of the Year
Celebrating the end of the year is a blast! If you follow me on instagram, Facebook, or blog, you know I am all about teaching my students kindness. I feel as though kindness, consideration of others, and overall care for each other has descended over the past years even since I was in elementary school (read more […]
Teacher Appreciation Giveaway
TEACHERS! We appreciate YOU! We hope that your students are showering you with love this week and we would like to show you our love too! We have all fallen in love with TEACHER SUPPLIES and we KNOW that you love them too. We picked our most favorite items to giveaway to YOU! Ashley (from […]
