Christmas Themed Days in the Classroom with The Polar Express
I don’t know if you like or LOVE themed days in your classroom, but I LIVED for them! Themes get kids excited, which can be exhausting, BUT they get them engaged. Don’t get upset when your kids are loud and jumping with excitement. When they are excited to learn, especially when they are having so […]
Strategies for Teaching Science in Elementary School
If you struggle with figuring out how to teach science to young students when you have little time in the classroom, I have some strategies to help you achieve a positive learning experience for your students. I know for me, finding time to squeeze in science and social studies in my jam-packed plans was a […]
Teaching Thanksgiving to Kindergarten
Pilgrims and Thanksgiving I love teaching in November! I know that I have so much to be thankful for this time of year! Young students should learn about Thanksgiving by focusing on being thankful, spending time with family, the First Thanksgiving, and the Mayflower Voyage. You can even teach about teamwork of how the pilgrims […]
First Man: Apollo 11 Lessons for Kids
3… 2… 1… BLAST OFF! Apollo 11 was the first manned space flight to the moon where the first man walked on the moon. It is the moment the whole world watched with wonder. What was it like to walk on the moon? What was it made of? Would they be able to return back […]