Free March In Like a Lion Out Like a Lamb Calendar & Weather Activity
My students always enjoy this calendar activity! I hope yours will too! Since I first shared this activity, I’ve added even more ways to explore
SEASONAL BLOG POSTS
SEASONAL BLOG POSTS
Fun Winter Numbers to 20 Activities (Differentiated) Plus a Free File
Building strong number sense takes lots of hands-on, meaningful practice—and winter is the perfect time to make it fun and engaging! In this post, I’m sharing my favorite easy-prep activities for teaching numbers to 20, including write-the-room, play dough mats, counting centers, and differentiated number writing pages. These seasonal ideas keep young learners moving, exploring, and building confidence with counting, comparing, and writing numbers…plus there’s a free winter math activity you can try with your students.
Fun Fall Numbers to 20 Activities (Differentiated) Plus a Free File
Engage your students with fun, hands-on fall activities that build number sense and meet key kindergarten standards. This post offers differentiated numbers-to-20 activities, from counting centers to play dough mats, perfect for small groups or individual practice. Plus, get a free printable “Write the Room” activity to help students practice counting, number writing, and comparing numbers in an exciting way!
Tips for Using a Sound Wall in Kindergarten, Early Elementary Grades
This blog post offers practical tips and effective strategies for introducing and utilizing sound walls to help students connect speech to print and improve phoneme-grapheme correspondence. Learn how to make daily lessons engaging, use mirrors for articulation awareness, movement, build excitement with lock cards, and incorporate interactive activities. Find helpful resources and professional development recommendations to enhance your teaching practice.
How to Set Up a Sound Wall in Kindergarten, Early Elementary
This post offers practical tips and resources for setting up and using a sound wall effectively in your kindergarten or early elementary classroom. Learn how sound walls support phoneme-grapheme correspondence, enhance reading and spelling skills, and organize sounds by articulation. Discover space-saving options, lesson ideas, and the importance of professional development to maximize your sound wall’s impact.
Name Recognition & Name Writing Activities
Fun, editable name activities for preschool & kindergarten! These engaging ideas will help your students learn to recognize, spell, and write their names. Perfect for name writing practice, back-to-school centers, and helping students recognize their names.
Free Bulletin Board Activity for “Our Class is a Family” by Shannon Olsen
Discover the “Our Class is a Family” student-created bulletin board based on Shannon Olsen’s book. This free resource helps create a warm, welcoming classroom environment where students see themselves as part of a supportive family. Perfect for building a positive community from the start of the school year.
How to Build Relationships with Your Students at the Beginning of the Year
Start the school year by building strong relationships with your students! Discover free resources, including editable welcome letter templates, fun get-to-know-you questions, and engaging movement activities. Perfect for both in-person and virtual classrooms, these tools help create a supportive and engaging learning environment from day one.
Back to School, Open House, Meet the Teacher Student Gift Ideas & Gift Tags
A small, thoughtful gift can go a long way in easing first-day jitters and making students feel welcome! In this post, I’m sharing some of my favorite back-to-school student gift ideas—perfect for Open House, Meet the Teacher Night, or the first day of school. These simple treats paired with printable gift tags help create a warm classroom environment right from the start.
Books / Read Alouds for the Beginning of the School Year
A list of favorite back to school read alouds for preschool, kindergarten, and first grade! Sharing books is one of my favorite ways to ease back-to-school nerves and build classroom community. These tried-and-true read alouds are perfect for the first few weeks of school—and they help spark a love of reading from day one!
Editable Elementary School Diplomas and Certificates for Grades 1-6 with End of the Year, Graduation Invitations
Easily create personalized, editable diplomas and graduation invitations for Grades 1–6. Save time and money while giving students and families a meaningful end-of-year keepsake they’ll cherish—complete with names, photos, or student drawings.
First Grade Diplomas, End-of-the-Year Certificates, and Celebration Invitations
Celebrate your first graders with editable diplomas and graduation invitations that are easy to personalize and print. Save time and money while creating keepsakes families will love—complete with names, photos, or student-drawn portraits.