10 Morning Message Ideas for 1st and 2nd Grade

Morning messages are short prompts, questions, activities, or written tasks that help students start the day with connection, conversation, and learning. They can be used during morning meeting to build classroom community, review academic skills, support social-emotional learning, and give students a predictable way to

2nd Grade Jokes and Riddles Kids Love

Looking for 2nd grade jokes and riddles your students will actually love? You’re in the right place. These kid-approved jokes are perfect for: Keep scrolling for a huge list of funny, classroom-safe jokes you can start using today. What You’ll Find in This Post How

17 Amazing Virtual Field Trip Ideas

A field trip can be a wonderful capstone experience to a unit of study. The bus ride, the small groups, the feeling of adventure! But who says you actually have to leave the classroom to have an amazing field trip experience? The world is at

20 Ideas for Increasing Online Engagement

Some teachers have been teaching online since last March! This means some students have been learning online for over a YEAR of their school career! Although there are perks to online learning (and it is amazing how quickly kids learn new technology!) it has worn

Camp Read A Lot: How to Set up a Calm Classroom Campground

A camping classroom transformation is a fun way to create a calm, cozy reading environment during Read Across America or spring literacy celebrations. This Camp Read A Lot setup uses simple classroom tents, themed crafts, snacks, and reading activities to create an engaging but low-stress

Online Math Routines That Increase Engagement

Many teachers are becoming increasingly frustrated with how to get their students to participate and stay engaged, especially during distance learning. Sometimes when math work gets challenging for your lucky little learners, it’s easy for them to check out! Have no fear. There are so