Are you looking for a cute leprechaun with a writing prompt for St Patrick’s Day that can be displayed in your classroom or on a bulletin board? Look no further, I have the perfect activity for you! Imagine what your students are going to say about what they would do with a pot of gold! […]
Valentine’s Day Heart Doodle Mobile Using the Elements of Art: Line, Shape & Space
Holidays, like Valentine’s Day, are a big deal in my household. I gave my neighbor Liv, a set of simple instructions on how to doodle using line, shape, and space (she is seven). This Elements of Art activity challenged her mind to think and view objects in an unconventional way. Her amazing mind created this heart […]
Cardboard Mailbox Craft for Valentine’s Day
As I was digging through my photos from my first grade classroom the other day, I saw a cardboard mailbox I made with my students for our writing center. Ah, the nostalgia. My youngest son loves his wooden mailbox, but of course, he busted one of the legs. I swear, nothing lasts in my house. […]
Valentine’s Day Fine Motor Lacing & Tying Activity
My son wants to wear shoes that lace, but he doesn’t know how to tie them. I guess it is time to teach him how to tie! Considering the time of year, I designed this Valentine’s Day criss-cross lacing and tying activity. Fine motor is an area that most kids need a great deal of […]
How to Make Recycled Crayon Valentines
Every teacher or parent has a bin of broken and sad crayons. Making recycled crayons out of these broken pieces is a great way to introduce our kids to the concept of recycling. Even better, save some money and make your kids’ valentines for their classes with this simple and frugal craft! The past three […]
