Quality Resources and edTech for Grades 3-5
Most of the students in your class already know the basics of Dia de los Muertos, largely in part to that famous Disney movie! 💀 But, do they really know the ins and outs of the Mexican-based celebration? Do they know the meaning of all of the flowers, the visits to the graves, or the candy skulls? Below are a… Read More
Teachers, imagine a resource that saves you time, aligns perfectly with your curriculum, and promotes student engagement and growth. The 2nd Grade Math and Reading Spiral Review bundle is all that and more. This comprehensive, year-long collection of daily practice sheets is designed to help your students excel in both math and reading. Here’s why this spiral review is an… Read More
Get ready to experience the awe-inspiring spectacle of nature – a Solar Eclipse is on its way this April 8th! Are you at school on this day or do you have off for the event? I live in the path of totality and it’s a part of our spring break, so we are NOT at school! With over 1 million… Read More
As a teacher, finding new and engaging ways to teach history can be a challenge. Fortunately, a podcast series aimed at kids in grades 2-5 has just been released, and it revolves around a fascinating figure in art history: Vincent Van Gogh. I created these podcast stories that your students can listen to along with an entire pack of reading,… Read More
We should celebrate Black History Month every month, but February offers us the chance to focus on this important part of our history. Using children’s picture books is one great way to bring understanding and appreciation for the culture and history of African Americans. Here are eight inspiring books about African American history that you can use with your students during Black History Month.
As teachers, it’s important to ensure our students are able to think critically and deeply about the topics they are learning. One classroom protocol that helps with this is the “3 Whys” from Project Zero.