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Fun ELA Leap Year Activities for the Classroom

Leap days come only once every four years, and this is your chance to have to make it memorable for your 4th and 5th grade students. I've got some engaging Leap Year activities for the classroom to share with you that mix fun with learning during your ELA block. This blog post is all about making the most of this extra special day while covering standards through Leap Day activities, so let's ... Read More about Fun ELA Leap Year Activities for the Classroom

Fast Finishers Activities – I’m Done, Now What?

The challenge of early finishers is all too familiar—those students who complete their work quickly and then eagerly await their classmates to finish. In this collaborative blog post, some of my favorite teacher friends (Marissa Despins, Tanya Marshall, Tiffany Schmidt, & Sherri Miller) and I help you tackle this issue head-on.  You will find creative ideas to use as fast finishers activities. ... Read More about Fast Finishers Activities – I’m Done, Now What?

Valentine’s Day T-Shirts for Teachers

As we gear up for February, I've discovered a fantastic collection of Valentine's Day T-shirts for teachers that seamlessly blend style and comfort—ideal for the month of February in the classroom. Adorned with charming graphics and clever slogans, each shirt brings a fun touch without sacrificing professionalism. What's even better? These T-shirts are not just cute; they come highly rated on ... Read More about Valentine’s Day T-Shirts for Teachers

Brain Break Activities for Upper Elementary

Teaching upper elementary students is gratifying, but let's face it, just like us, our students need a breather now and then. That's where brain breaks come in – short and sweet activities to keep things fun and help everyone recharge. This blog post is all about giving you awesome ideas for brain break activities that your upper elementary students will love. Whether it's a quick energizer or a ... Read More about Brain Break Activities for Upper Elementary

Halloween Gifts for Students

Although it is definitely not necessary, it is a fun to present your students with a little something on Halloween to let them know you have thought about them. Of course, we all know they will be receiving a ton of candy on that day. If you want to give them a little something without loading them up with sugar, here is a list of thrifty non-candy Halloween gifts for students.  They are sure to ... Read More about Halloween Gifts for Students