Sun Science Experiments & Book Suggestions
The end of the school year signals the beginning of summer for many students. This is the perfect time
Graduation / End of The Year Celebration Ideas, Songs, Snacks, & Books for Young Children
Graduation Songs & Poem I absolutely love this Kindergarten Graduation song by DLTK Kids sung to the tune of “New
End of the Year Activities, Songs, & Books
The end of the school year is such an exciting time for both students and teachers. Everyone is anxious for
Plants Science Experiments & Teaching How Plants Grow
I love doing plant experiments and sprouting seeds with young children in the spring. Not only do they get excited
Flower Science Experiments & Parts of a Flower Activities
Since we talk about and see flowers starting to grow this time of year as a sign of spring and
Growth Mindset Activity Based On “The Little Engine That Could”
When introducing or discussing growth mindset with young students I like to use the book The Little Engine that Could
Brag Tags that Motivate Students to Learn Numbers, Shapes, & Colors
After seeing the success I had with brag tags for alphabet letters (you can read more about that here) and
Fun Alphabet and Handwriting Practice
I wanted to share with you today some favorite and fun ideas for teaching the letters of the alphabet and
Motivational & Fun Addition & Subtraction Practice
After working on addition and subtraction with manipulatives, math talks & stories, I needed to find a fun way for
Student Gift Ideas & Gift Tags for Positive Reinforcement, Testing, Motivation
Throughout the school year I like to surprise students with a little something extra special to recognize their hard work
How I Motivated Students to Learn Their Alphabet Letters with Brag Tags / Rewards & Books
Let’s face it, learning 26 letters and their sounds can be a daunting task for young children. Even though at
Back to School, Open House, Meet the Teacher Student Gift Tags
I am posting some of my favorite back to school student gifts. I have found over the years that having
Back to School Activities & Classroom Decor Dog Theme (Editable)
I have decided to share my favorite back to school theme – DOGS! The editable classroom decor and fun first
Dog Days of Summer Display & Free Printable Patterns
The Dog Days of Summer Classroom Display/Bulletin Board This “paws”-itively adorable display is great for the end of the school
Donuts with Dad Craft (Father’s Day Gift)
Student-Made Gifts for Your Donuts with Dad Celebration or Father’s Day Donuts for Dads is a celebration that my
Grinning Graduates Graduation Bulletin Board
I have been doing this end of the school year display for many, many years and it always turns out
End of the Year Bulletin Board, Pattern – We Had an “Un-bee-lievable” Year!
This cute, bee-themed bulletin board / classroom display will get your students “buzzing” about their favorite memories and accomplishments of
Christian, Religious Diplomas for Preschool – Grade 6
Teaching in a Christian school I found it very hard to find diplomas for my kindergarten graduation ceremony that
Teaching Signs of the Spring Season
Signs of the Spring Season I love the coming of spring because it signals the end of the long, cold winter.
Rain / April Showers Science, Art Projects, Book List, Songs
April is the perfect month to discuss rain with your students.Here are a few simple ideas that can be easily
Alphabet Old Maid and Concentration Card Games (Differentiated)
I am always on the look out for fun ways of practicing letter recognition and beginning sounds with my
Editable Diplomas for Grades 1-6, Elementary School Diplomas, Graduation & End of the School Year Announcements
These editable diplomas were created to save teachers and schools money and time. The end of the school year
Water Cycle, Rain Cycle Science Experiments and Craftivity
Let’s Learn About the Water Cycle! 3 Simple Water Cycle Experiments & a Craftivity April is the perfect month
Kindergarten Diplomas, Certificates, Graduation Invitations
These editable kindergarten diplomas were created to save teachers and schools money and time. The end of the school
Preschool, Pre-K, Pre-Kindergarten Diplomas, Certificates, Graduation Invitations
These editable diplomas were created to save preschool teachers and preschools money and time. The end of the school
Very Hungry Caterpillar Gross Motor Activity
Very Hungry Caterpillar Gross Motor Activity – Great for Very Hungry Caterpillar Day on March 20th! This is a very
Earth Day Craft & Writing Prompts
I love how these earth day crafts & writing prompts turned out and I wanted to share them with you.
Math & Literacy Activities with Plastic Easter Eggs plus Freebies
Plastic Easter eggs can be used to make a variety of festive learning centers for young students. In this post
Easter Science Experiments & STEM Challenges
I love incorporating hands-on science and STEM activities as often as possible into the curriculum. They are so engaging for
Dr. Seuss Oh the Places You’ll Go Craft
Oh, the Places You’ll Go! by Dr. Seuss is one of my favorite books! It is so motivational and inspiring
Rhyming Words Games, Books, Activities, & Free Rhyming Word Picture Cards
Identifying rhyming words is an important component of phonological awareness. It helps young children hear, identify, and manipulate sounds in
Valentine Math Centers & Free Printables
Today I’m sharing some fun, hands-on valentine math centers as well as the printable pages I use with them. They can