Hello everyone- Recently I received a request from a reader for classroom theme ideas. I searched blog-land to see what other teachers were up to in their classrooms. I hope these ideas can turn your classroom into the most stimulating atmosphere for learning! You too can send a request of your educational needs. Simply email or […]
Vocabulary Cards & Word Wall Ideas
Back when I was teaching first, second, and third grade, word walls were one of my favorite times of my literacy block. My students adored it too. We danced. Sang. Stomped. Used flashlights. Played I spy. Sigh. Now, this is back before pinterest and teaching blogs when we were left to our own imaginations. In […]
Back to School Wreaths and Door Decorations
Hello everyone! We are back today with back to school wreaths and door decorations for your classroom or homeschool. Hope these ideas inspire you to create something this week. Back to School Wreaths Back to school ruler wreath from Polkadot Chair Crayon wreath from the List Maker’s Life Another take on the crayon door wreath […]
Free Classroom Printables
Hello teachers, homeschoolers, and parents! We’ve rounded up some great *free* printables for your homes and classrooms. as part of our… Free Printable Classroom Labels Free printable pencil labels Free Printable Classroom Numbers Free printable Seasons labels from the classroom creative Pencil labels from Scribd. Weekly labels from Kinder-Craze Center Labels from First Grade Fever […]
Kindergarten Alphabet Activities
Ah, the alphabet. The foundation of our entire English language. Now that so many school treat Kindergarten like it is First Grade, it is imperative that our 5 and 6 year olds are masters of the alphabet. Behold, teachers and parents, below you will find a comprehensive gallery of alphabet activities disguised as play. and […]
Preschool Alphabet Activities
Who needs flashcards when there are boundless ideas to learn ABCs through play? Today we are featuring one of our many galleries {which are updated often with the latest ideas from around the web}. Alphabet activities are one of the easiest places to start with your children. Teachers, make notes for your centers! […]
Back to School Crafts & Ideas
Hello, teachers and parents! We’ve searched the depths of the creative and educational blogs to find back to school crafts for your homes and classrooms. and remember… First up, the iconic apple crafts: Apple Pot via Crafty Moods A is for Apple Craft via Craftberry Bush Apple to the core via Ms. Nelson’s Class Paper plate apples […]
Back to School Craft: Bookworm Pencils
I had my students make worm pencils on the first day of class. I was an art teacher and it was important to always have your pencil for art class! This back to school craft is simple, quick, and a fun activity. Materials green pipe-cleaners googly eyes school glue pencil Directions Twirl pipe-cleaner around the […]
First Day of School Activities
Hello, teachers! We’ve rounded up some fun games, activities, read-alouds, and ideas for your first week back at school. After all, before we really can teach students, we need to get to know them first, right? Getting to Know You Activities Zoom into the new school year with our writing activity for your bulletin […]
Classroom Management Ideas & Tips
Every effective teacher knows that a classroom needs routines and systems to run well. Classroom management takes years to master, but with the internet, the learning curve is much smaller… as part of our series… Daily Classroom Management Tips Lollipop Classroom Pick Me Bucket {with free printables @ Ms. Plum’s TPT store} via There’s No […]
