With so many subjects and skills to teach, it can sometimes be a struggle to squeeze in high-quality science and social studies instruction. We get it! That’s why we created the Monthly and Seasonal Projects All Year Bundle. Teachers love this bundle as a way to...
Every year art projects fill the hallways of schools around the world. Sometimes it can be challenging to come up with just the right project. Well, never fear! Below is a treasure trove of seasonal hallway art ideas to spruce up your school this year! Fall Colorscape...
Tis' the season...for grading, writing report cards, creating parent gifts, making all the art, AND spreading kindness and cheer. One way teachers do this is giving a student gift. While this is not a requirement, it is FUN! Below you will find several ideas for easy,...
Children’s’ eyes light up during the holiday season - especially when they get to engage in special holiday activities at school. But, these days, many teachers are feeling the pressure to continue with regular standards-based instruction. Guess what? You can...
Sometimes the hardest part of Christmas door decorations is figuring out the idea. The Lucky 2nd Grade Teachers Facebook Group has shared their ideas to help make your Christmas door decoration planning easy peasy this holiday season. Below you will find...
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is an important day to celebrate both in and out of the classroom. There are many important lessons for students to learn not only on this day but throughout the entire year. This post explains the different activities and videos...
February...one of my favorite months to teach at an elementary school. It's the month of kindness, friendship, love, and Valentine's Day fun. Math centers is one way I like to implement this theme along with some authentic learning of course. Keep your students...
It's time to talk math centers for January! Winter has officially arrived. Up here in Minnesota the snow is piling up, the temperatures are below freezing, and the snow sports are in full force. I use these winter themed math centers as a way of practicing skills...
Christmas Around the World is a great unit to teach in the month of December. Take your students on a tour around the world as they learn about the Christmas traditions in the USA, England, Italy, Germany, France, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Canada, Mexico, Sweden,...
December can be a challenging month for classroom teachers. Christmas Math centers can be a great way to keep your 2nd graders engaged and learning throughout the month. Take a look at 10 Christmas math centers that your students could be doing this month....