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Soccer Theme Classroom Transformation

Classroom transformations are a perfect way to engage students especially when reviewing rigorous standards. Sports themed transformations are great to plan around athletic events such as the World Cup, Super Bowl, World Series, field day week at school, and so much more. Here are a few ideas for setting up soccer theme classroom transformation. Things to remember: ✴️ Transformations can be ... Read More about Soccer Theme Classroom Transformation

Football Theme Classroom Transformation

A football theme classroom transformation is a fun way to engage students in rigorous tasks. It is the perfect transformation for February (think Super Bowl), but it works great any time of the year. Gamifying the curriculum naturally engages students, so adding a sports theme transformation will have students working without even realizing it. Things to remember: ✴️ You can make your ... Read More about Football Theme Classroom Transformation

Tips for Planning a Classroom Transformation

Classroom transformations are a guaranteed way to get students excited about learning. However, if you've seen them around Pinterest or social media platforms, they can seem a bit overwhelming. Well, let me put your mind at ease. They don't have to be. Here are some useful tips for planning a classroom transformation. What is a Classroom Transformation? A classroom transformation is a change ... Read More about Tips for Planning a Classroom Transformation

Picture Books About Testing for Elementary

Many of us hear the word testing and automatically the hairs behind our necks stand up. The same holds true for many of our students. Sharing picture books about testing that are geared towards elementary students can be helpful. The benefits include: showing students that they aren't alone opens up the line of communication to discuss what test anxiety is offers solutions on how to ... Read More about Picture Books About Testing for Elementary

Valentine Gifts for Students in Upper Elementary

Valentine's Day is always such a nice time to show our students that we care with a little extra something. Of course as teachers, we'd love to give them the world, but that's usually not possible. Are you looking for some suggestions on Valentine gifts for students that won't break the bank? Here are some inexpensive yet fun suggestions. (This blog post contains Amazon Affiliate links. ... Read More about Valentine Gifts for Students in Upper Elementary

100 Days of School Ideas for Upper Elementary

Why don't we get to celebrate the 100th day like the little kids? That's what a few of my 4th and 5th grade students asked last year. Honestly, I didn't have an answer, but now there will be no excuse. I've put together some fun 100 Days of School ideas for upper elementary together, so we can all have fun this year. Here are a variety of fun ideas you can incorporate into your classroom to ... Read More about 100 Days of School Ideas for Upper Elementary