Hi there, teacher friends! Is learning about penguins a hit in your classroom? For me, teaching a unit on penguins is an easy way to keep little learners engaged! From learning cool penguin facts to creating the cutest penguins art projects, kids can’t get enough! So, let’s harness some of
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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
Whether you’re the kind of teacher who loves to spend winter break planning for your classroom, or you love to spend it completely disconnecting from your school responsibilities, you can be prepared for an amazing comeback by keeping a few important things in mind. Two things happen after breaks from
Teaching math to young students can be tough, especially with multi-step math problems. But word problems are so important because they show how math applies to real life. While challenging, helping students learn to solve these problems is key to their math growth. Don’t worry, there are many helpful resources
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, you’re 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,
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
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There has been an ongoing debate for years about whether homework is effective, useful, and developmentally appropriate for students in primary grades. Some schools and districts have completely abolished homework for younger students, opting for other activities that promote a love of learning, while others have mandatory nightly homework. And
