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Groundhog Day Crafts and Predictions Writing Prompt Templates

Groundhog Day Crafts & Prediction Writing Activities

Groundhog Day is the perfect time to let students make predictions, explain their thinking, and create something they’re excited to share. These Groundhog Day crafts and prediction writing activities are hands-on, low prep, and classroom-tested, making them easy to use with young learners. Inside this post, I’m sharing two favorite crafts — a paper plate groundhog burrow and a shapes craft — that pair creativity with meaningful writing and make adorable classroom displays.

Winter Scissor Skills Crafts Preschool Kindergarten

Christmas & Winter Cutting Practice Activities That Make Scissor Skills Meaningful

Teaching young students how to use scissors and glue takes time and lots of practice—even halfway through the school year. In this post, I’m sharing simple tips for continuing to build scissor and glue skills in the winter months, plus easy winter cutting activities that give practice with straight, wavy, and curved lines. Instead of cutting random paper scraps, students create meaningful winter crafts like snowflakes, snowmen, and Christmas trees they’ll be proud to show off.

Christian Thanksgiving Placemats, Art, and Science Projects

Thanksgiving is the perfect time to help young learners slow down, notice God’s blessings, and celebrate His love. In this post, I’m sharing the meaningful, faith-based placemats and activities I use to teach gratitude in my Christian classroom. These simple, print-and-go ideas help students connect Scripture to everyday blessings in a way they truly understand — and they create keepsakes families will treasure!

Christian Pumpkin Carving Activities, Crafts, & Book

Engage students in a meaningful Christian pumpkin carving activity that teaches about Jesus in a hands-on, creative way. This activity, perfect for Christian schools and Sunday School, links pumpkin carving to faith, complete with a free printable keepsake book for students to remember the lesson. Includes easy-to-follow steps, materials list, and a thoughtful reflection on Jesus’ love and light.

Thanksgiving graphing activity preschool kindergarten first grade

Thanksgiving Math Crafts & Centers for Counting and Graphing

Looking for a festive way to mix math and creativity this November? These Thanksgiving Cornucopia Math Crafts and Centers turn counting, addition, and graphing practice into hands-on fun your students will love! They’ll stay engaged, build fine motor skills, and create adorable cornucopias you’ll be proud to display before the holiday break.

Pumpkin Math Crafts & Centers for Preschool, Kindergarten, First Grade

Pumpkin Math Crafts & Centers for Counting, Comparing Numbers, and Addition

October is the perfect time to bring pumpkins into your math block! In this post, I’ll share easy, engaging pumpkin math crafts and centers that help students practice counting, comparing numbers, and even simple addition—all while building fine motor skills. These activities are flexible, differentiated, and a fun way to bring fall excitement into your classroom.

apple math craft kindergarten first grade

Apple Math Crafts & Centers for Counting, Patterns, Addition

Looking for a fun way to bring math and apple crafts together this fall? These apple worm math crafts and centers are hands-on, easy to prep, and packed with skills. Students will love creating cereal worms to practice counting, patterns, and fine motor skills—and you’ll love how simple they are to set up for Apple Week or Johnny Appleseed Day.

scissor salad cutting page with counting practice preschool kindergarten

Scissor Salad: A Fun and Purposeful Way to Practice Cutting and Gluing Skills

Cutting practice doesn’t have to mean worksheets full of lines. In this post, you’ll find simple tips for teaching scissor and glue skills, plus a fun “Scissor Salad” activity where students cut out fruit or vegetable shapes to build their own salad. It’s a playful way to practice fine motor skills with real shapes that prepare children for future crafts and classroom projects.

scissor skills cutting pages kindergarten preschool

Fall Cutting Practice Activities That Make Scissor Skills Meaningful

Teaching young students how to use scissors can be a challenge, especially at the start of the school year. In this post, I’m sharing simple tips for teaching scissor skills and glue skills that set students up for success, plus easy fall cutting activities that give practice with straight, wavy, and curved lines. Instead of cutting random strips of paper, children create meaningful fall crafts they can be proud of.

Your Meet the Teacher Night Checklist: Simple Tips to Start the Year with Confidence

Get ready for a smooth Meet the Teacher Night or Back to School Night with this free checklist! Stay organized, make a great first impression, and connect with families easily.

5 Simple Ways to Prepare for Back to School While Still Enjoying Your Summer

Are you feeling the push-pull of knowing you should start preparing for back to school but still wanting to enjoy the relaxation of summer? IIn this blog post I’m sharing a few easy, no-pressure ways to recharge and feel a little more prepared for back-to-school—without giving up your summer peace and quiet.

How & Why to Set Up a Classroom Hydration Station + Tips & Ideas for Teachers

Looking for hydration station ideas for your classroom? Discover easy setup tips and routines that help young students build healthy hydration habits.

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