5 Fun and Flexible Summer Math Ideas for Kids
Back when I was still in the classroom, I always wanted my students to leave for summer feeling like they were ready for the next grade, not like they would be starting from scratch three months later. That’s where summer math came in. I knew firsthand how easy it was for my students to lose […]
End of Year Activities to Keep Math Class Engaging
The final stretch of the school year always came with its own set of challenges. Everyone was feeling the itch of summer break, and focus could start to drift. That’s exactly why I made it a priority to fill our final weeks with end of year activities that were fun, meaningful, and just academic enough […]
5 Fun and Easy Ideas for End of the Year Review
The end of the school year always comes with a mix of excitement and chaos. Between field trips, assemblies, and all the last-minute to-dos, it’s easy for routines to slip. When I was in the classroom, I still wanted my students to stay sharp and feel confident about everything they’d learned. That’s why I leaned […]
5 Simple Math Fluency Strategies for 2nd Grade Students
Math fluency is such an essential building block for our students, especially in 2nd grade. Add that to the list of things to teach, right? Sometimes it feels like our schedules are just too packed to fit in anything else. Between fitting in small group lessons, managing centers, and prepping for the next big concept, […]
The Best Morning Routine for Your Elementary Students
I thrive on consistency and a structured schedule. Knowing what’s expected of me helps me get into the right mindset each day. As I continue to grow as an effective teacher, I’ve learned that my students also benefit from this. They naturally crave those boundaries, even without directly expressing them. When they know what’s expected, […]
5 Engaging Elementary Activities For After Winter Break
I always look forward to those couple of weeks off for winter break. To make the transition back to school a little smoother, and so I can enjoy every minute of the break, I prepare activities for the first week in January before we leave in December. This way, returning to the classroom doesn’t feel […]