As reading teachers, we know that the magic really happens when students start connecting with what they read. Whether they’re saying, “This reminds me of something I’ve done before!” or “I read something like this in another book,” these text connections help make stories stick and deepen their understanding. Ready
We all know the importance of fact fluency, especially when it comes to multiplication. But let’s face it, traditional drill-and-practice can get old fast, both for the students and the teachers! That’s where multiplication games like Digital Bump come in—a fun, interactive, and tech-friendly game that will have your students
National Library Week is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the magic of books, reading, and the incredible resources libraries have to offer! Whether it’s a grand adventure to a historical library or a week of fun, library-themed challenges in your classroom, there are so many ways to get your students
Teaching adding mixed numbers can sometimes feel like juggling fractions and whole numbers all at once, but when you break it down (pun intended!), it’s not as tricky as it seems! One strategy that works like a charm is breaking apart mixed numbers—and I’m here to walk you through how
If you’re looking for a historical fiction novel that will captivate your students and teach powerful lessons, Bud Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis is the perfect pick! Set during the Great Depression, this book follows the story of Bud Caldwell, a 10-year-old orphan with a heart full of hope
So, your students have already mastered the basics of fractions—awesome! But now it’s time to level up and tackle fractions greater than one. This can be a tricky concept for some students, but with a little creativity and some fun activities, they’ll be pros in no time. Today, I giving
Can you believe we’ve made it halfway through this school year already? It feels like just yesterday we were setting up our classrooms, learning new names, and figuring out our routines. Now, here we are, wrapping up the winter break, and it’s the perfect time to make a few tweaks
It’s time to grab your green, search for some four-leaf clovers, and sprinkle a little bit of magic into your reading lessons with these St. Patrick’s Day-themed cause and effect activities! Adding a little luck of the Irish will make learning about the cause and effect relationship fun, engaging, and
One of the best ways to get students truly engaged in math is through number talks. Whether you call them Math Talks, Number Talks, or Problems of the Day, these are essential tools for encouraging mathematical thinking, communication, and problem-solving in the classroom. Number talks aren’t just about getting
If you’re looking for a book that combines humor, heart, and a little bit of superhero action, Flora and Ulysses by Kate DiCamillo is a must-read for your students! Not only does this book have engaging characters and quirky plot twists, but it also offers great opportunities for classroom activities
