January Math Centers for 1st & 2nd Grade

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

11 Easy Holiday Crafts for Kids Roundup

[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Are you looking for winter holiday art projects to create with your students that won’t bust the bank? We are here to tell you affordable (or even free) winter crafting is possible! Let’s take a deep dive into

Two’s Day Ideas & Activities

We have all heard of the 100th day of school, and maybe even celebrated it in the classroom. However, 2nd graders deserve a special day too! Introducing: Two’s Day! The date for Two’s Day could be February 2nd or 22nd (2/2 or 2/22). Just a

A Valentine’s Day Party Plan for 1st & 2nd Grade

If you’re looking for simple, low-prep ideas for a Valentine’s Day party your students will remember (without staying late or scrambling for ideas), this post has you covered. We’ve put together a complete classroom Valentine’s Day celebration — including academic centers, crafts, games, and a

Tips & Tricks For a January Classroom Reset

Winter break is over, and it’s time for students to return—and maybe for a January classroom reset. After the break, routines often need a refresh. This post shares tips for resetting while keeping the winter fun alive! This post contains Amazon Affiliate links. What’s a

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