Building a strong classroom community starts with planting the right seeds â and what better way than with a Friendship Garden? Friendship gardens are real spaces that bring people together to celebrate kindness, teamwork, and caring for others. Imagine bringing that same spirit into your classroom â with crafts, discussions,
Isnât it exciting watching our students as theyâre learning to read and actually comprehend what theyâre reading? Once a child can read independently and absorb what they are reading, it becomes fun for them and opens the door to endless learning opportunities. When we teach vocabulary through writing, we build
In the primary grades, we often focus so much on teaching key reading skills that we sometimes overlook the importance of nurturing a genuine love of reading. While decodable phonics texts are great for teaching sight words and sound-based patterns, they may not always offer the thematic engagement that helps
Teacher collaboration is key. It helps us share the workload, build community, and model teamwork for students. If you feel like a team of one, the All Access Teacher Membership links you to over 18,000 teachers with resources, ideas, and support. With ready-made lessons and a lively community, youâre never
Good manners matter! They help us show good character traits and understand boundaries so we can be respectful of others. To build good manners, our little learners often need a lot of practice at school to improve their social-emotional skills and interactions with others. Moving beyond teaching please, thank you,
Have you noticed a change in your primary students’ ability to socialize and cope with big emotions? The upheaval from the pandemic might be to blame. Teachers are sounding off about a universal need for social-emotional learning in tandem with academics. And since our students have faced a lack of
Motivating primary writers can be challenging as the school year progresses. While many young students begin with a natural love for writing, that excitement may fade if they do not have the foundational skills to support their efforts. Often, what we mistakenly believe to be a motivation or creativity problem
Whether youâre dealing with problems with student behavior, academics, or other social or learning difficulties, itâs important to keep the lines of communication open with parents. This can be a challenge when youâre talking about sensitive topics. But with time and practice, teachers can usually find a strategy that works
Something amazing recently happened at my school! The parent fundraising committee raised money for an outdoor classroom with benches, picnic tables, and even a learning gazebo! Iâm so excited about this addition and love mixing outdoor learning with enriching ideas. This inspiring project has motivated me to share some of
Winter sports bring so much excitement and energy to the classroom! From skiing to skating, this high-interest theme gets students engaged while learning essential skills in literacy, math, and teamwork. Whether you’re teaching this during a winter games year or just embracing the snowy season, these hands-on winter sports themed
