Getting to know you activities for students are an important part of back to school. They help you learn about your students and build classroom community. Through these activities, relationships can be fostered as students learn things about their classmates and things they have in common. Getting to know you activities can also help teachers guide instruction and make connections…. Read More
Writing crafts are a hands-on and engaging way to get students to write! Use them to showcase student writing, share student learning, create a bulletin board, or make cards. They are low prep and can be integrated throughout different subjects making writing crafts a welcome classroom addition. What Are Writing Crafts? Writing crafts pair students’ work with a thematic image… Read More
As teachers, we know the importance of fine motor skills and their impact on classroom activities. Strong fine motor skills provide a foundation for many classroom tasks, such as writing, turning a page, cutting with scissors, and more. Each year, students enter the classroom with varying fine motor skills. Integrating printable fine motor activities is one way to support and… Read More
Phonics games in the classroom are one of my favorite ways to practice spelling rules! I’ve always loved to play games, so sharing my love for games with my students comes easily. Plus, the word game adds instant engagement and interest. Explicit phonics instruction is necessary to help students learn to read. After introducing new phonics patterns, review and practice… Read More
Dramatic play in kindergarten is one of my favorite centers! It ignites the imagination and permits the practice of many different skills. What is Dramatic Play, and What are the Benefits? Dramatic play is essentially acting. Students get to assume a role and act it out. For example, students can pretend to be customers, cashiers, or stockers at a dramatic… Read More
Write the room is a great way to get your students up and moving while they learn! It is engaging, works with any subject, and is easy to run once your students know the procedure. Start using write the room now, and it will quickly become a classroom favorite! Why Should I Use Write the Room in My Classroom? There… Read More
When you first think about starting sensory in the classroom, it can be overwhelming. I am sure many questions instantly run through your mind about where to begin and what to use. Let’s break it down so you can see how simple using sensory in the classroom can be and the benefits it will have. Why is Sensory Play Important?… Read More
In the classroom, it is clear that kids love to play. So anyway, you can make learning fun is a plus. Often, with hands-on learning activities, kids think they’re are playing instead of learning. These hands-on sight word activities will have your students begging to use them. What is Hands-on Learning? Students learn in a variety of ways. Hands-on learning… Read More
