Why a Play Kitchen Belongs in Every K–2 Classroom

Looking for an easy way to teach nutrition, writing, and math in one learning center? A classroom play kitchen might be your best teaching tool, and it doesn’t take a single new lesson plan! In this post, you’ll learn how to use a dramatic play

4 Strategies for Practicing Nonfiction Text Features

Once your students have been introduced to nonfiction text features, the next question is:How do you help them actually understand and use them? The key is giving students repeated, hands-on opportunities to explore how text features support comprehension. In this post, you’ll find 4 simple

13 Classroom Desk Arrangement Ideas for Elementary Classrooms

Setting up your classroom is one of the most exciting parts of the school year. Bulletin boards go up, supplies get organized, and everything starts to feel like a home away from home for your students. If you’re planning your classroom environment, these classroom setup

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