End of the Year Student Gifts & Gift Tags
Recently I was asked for end of the year student gift ideas. I went back through my files and found
Capitalize on Students’ Natural Sorting Abilities to Enhance Their Learning
Young students have a natural desire to create order and make sense of the world around them. They naturally notice
Sun-Themed Math Learning Center Freebie
This is a fun, sun-themed learning center that I like to use at the end of the year for review.
Sun Suncatcher Craft & Free Patterns
I just love how bright & cheery these sun suncatchers make our room look! During the end of the school
Domino Number Bonds Activity & Freebie
Here is a simple, fun way to practice number bonds in your math groups – use dominoes! Not only do
Ideas for Revving Up Sight Words Practice
Since sight words are so critical to reading success because they are used so often and can not easily be
Science & STEM Ideas for the Entire Year
I love incorporating science experiments and STEM challenges into my lessons! They are so engaging and meaningful for my students
Engaging Ways to Practice & Assess Alphabet Letters & Sounds
One of the first skills that I assess for my pre-k and kindergarten students is their letter knowledge. Some students
Beach Theme Classroom Decor Ideas & First Day of School Activities
Since the beach is one of my favorite places in the world, it’s only natural that I chose it as
Sun Science Experiments & Book Suggestions
The end of the school year signals the beginning of summer for many students. This is the perfect time of
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
End of the School Year Poems with Free Editable Templates
For many years I have used the following poems at the end of the school year. I print out the
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
Student Gift Ideas & Tags for Holidays Throughout the Year
As a teacher of young students, holidays usually involve some sort of celebration at school. I always like to give
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
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 Reward Tags & Books
Let’s face it, learning 26 letters and their sounds can be a daunting task for young children. Even though at
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 students
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 were
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 students,
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 is
Differentiated Spring Addition & Subtraction Around the Room Activity and Center
Differentiated Addition & Subtraction Practice This activity was created to address 2 issues I was having with my kinders –
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 to
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
Mother’s Day Craft & Free Download
I love finding new ideas for Mother’s Day so that mothers will be surprised. I came up with this idea
Coding Activities for The Mitten by Jan Brett
Coding has quickly become a favorite of myself and young students. Even NAEYC has realized its importance – “Early coding,
Easy & Fun Solid, Liquid, Gas Science Experiment with Free Printable Page
Part of our kindergarten science curriculum requires us to teach the difference between a solid, liquid, and gas. This is
No Prep December (Christmas) Literacy & Math
December is a super busy month! In addition to teaching our regular curriculum, we have to plan & practice for
Why and How to Teach Computer Coding to Primary Students
Why Teach Computer Coding? There is no way of denying it, we live in a digital world. Computers, smartphones, and