5 Read Aloud Books for the New Year
I love a good year-end countdown; looking back and reflecting on the year that has passed while preparing for the year ahead can feel refreshing…
How to Prepare for Winter Break
The week before break is always so busy…there’s just so much to do!! Parties, concerts, excitement, and don’t forget to try to squeeze in some…
A Soundtrack for a Growth Mindset
Everyone enjoys music! Hearing a tune can bring back a memory, create new memories feelings. Music is also an important part of child development and…
The Invisible Boy: Activities to Teach Kindness
“The Invisible Boy” by Trudy Ludwig is a story that you will never get sick of reading. From the beautiful and symbolic illustrations to the…
5 Tips for Shopping the Teachers Pay Teachers Sale
The Teachers Pay Teachers site-wide sale only happens a few times a year, and it is always a great time to grab resources that are…
Saturday: For When Things Don’t Go as Planned
“Saturday” by Oge Mora is such a beautiful book to share with your students. Not only are the illustrations just beautiful, but the story will…
Getting Started with Book Clubs
One of my favorite activities with students has always been book clubs. Book clubs are one of the most effective ways to engage students in…
The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors: Rising to the Challenge
“The Legend of Rock, Paper, Scissors” by Drew Daywalt is one of my very favorite read-aloud books because of the fun and humorous storytelling. The…
Setting Writing Goals in Writing Workshop
Setting goals is an important part of being a writer, but it can also be a hard concept for students to grasp. It is not…