Classroom labels are a must-have to create a print-rich environment and keep the classroom organized. These center labels are available in two different sizes: small and large. Use the small center labels in your pocket chart to organize your students into groups during center rotations. Display the large center labels above your centers. Here is a […]
Back to School Idea: I Can Do It Jar (with free printable)
Toward the end of last school year, my son’s teacher had her class do a project that I just had to share here: the “I Can Do It” Jar. My son loved thinking of all the things he could do like feed his dog, write his name, and read a book. This activity makes perfect […]
Classroom Jobs Chart Tips & Ideas
There are many reasons why I assign my students classroom jobs. Jobs help students see themselves as contributors to the classroom. Classroom jobs build their self esteem and sense of responsibility. In return, I praised them for a job well done. My students kept my room organized, and frankly, our classrooms wouldn’t run without our students […]
Classroom Jobs
Let’s be honest: without classroom jobs for students our classrooms wouldn’t run! When I taught both elementary and high school art, you better believe my students had classroom jobs! Art is a messy subject to teach. Having a good roster of classroom jobs keeps your classroom clean, organized, and running smoothly. More importantly, students develop […]
Back to School Bulletin Board Ideas
Hello, teachers! I’m sure you’ve been scouring the web and Pinterest for some new bulletin board ideas, right? Well, feast your tired eyes on this wonderful post. For this back to school edition of our continual bulletin board series, we’ve divided up our welcome back to school bulletin board for 2013 into two categories: bunting […]
