The first school I taught at had a marvelous reading specialist, Miss Giometti. She was instrumental in shaping who I am as a teacher! One of her shining programs at our school was her May kick-off “Race into Reading”. Race into Reading was a month-long event of the classes “racing” against each other to see […]
Free Five Senses Writing Activity for Summer
Ah, summer. The media claims that all kids apparently lose everything they’ve learned from the school year and all their brains go down the “summer slide”. Not so, if parents and summer school teachers make it fun! Whenever possible, Karen and I like to make activities that incorporate the visual…hence the whole mission of our […]
Watermelon Tie Dyed Tote Craft for Kids
I am a member of the Blueprint Social. This post has been compensated as part of a campaign with Blueprint Social and its advertiser. All opinions are 100% mine. Our summer watermelon week continues with a watermelon tie dye craft. When most people think of tie dye, they think of tee-shirts. In summer, we all need […]
Summer Compound Word Activity Freebie (Watermelon-themed!)
As a part of our ongoing thematic weeks for the summer, we have a fun way to play with words whether you are teaching summer school or looking to keep your kids on the top of that “summer slide”. This compound word freebie is simple. After cutting and laminating, place the cards in a scattered […]
Watermelon Seed Measurement Activity for Kids
Lets kick start our watermelon week with a watermelon measuring activity. Just eat, spit, and measure! I know it’s not polite to spit seeds but it sure was fun! Use your sidewalk for your spitting surface or if you prefer to not have your kids spit, see how far they can toss their watermelon seed. […]
