What is the easiest way to decorate a classroom?
What is the easiest way to decorate a classroom? Teaching is a lot of work. Decorating a classroom doesn’t have to be! Wondering, “What’s the easiest way to decorate a classroom?” It is totally possible to have a nice looking classroom that is comfy and cozy, bright and cheerful, or aesthetic and Instagram worthy without […]
Easy DIY Cactus Classroom Theme Ideas
So much time is spent in your classroom by you and your students! You deserve a beautiful and organized learning space that makes you and your students smile every single school day! Succulents and cactus classroom theme is so fun for any grade! This style is easy and cozy with wood and burlap rustic accents […]
7 Ideas for Classroom Decor & Setup You Can’t Live Without
If you love classroom decorations, you are in the right place! Creating an inviting space for you and your students can be so rewarding and classroom setup and design don’t have to be hard or expensive. With a little effort, students feel welcomed and look forward to entering the room each morning. Plus you can […]
Teaching Line Plots in Math for 3rd, 4th & 5th Grade? Plus FREE Graphing Practice
If you are teaching graphing or line plots in math, I am sure you’re familiar with the struggle to find engaging and fun ways to help students read and create the dreaded line plot graph! It’s no secret that analyzing and interpreting data can be tricky for kids in 3rd, 4th & 5th grade. Line […]
18 Inspiring DIY Classroom Decoration Ideas
One of the best things about being a teacher is picking your classroom decor theme! Soon, we’ll all be getting ready for the next school year making the cutest classrooms for our students. Here are some of the most unique and creative ideas for classroom decoration ideas for themes you can use to brighten up […]
Easy DIY Sunflower Classroom Decor Theme Ideas
Sunflower Classroom Decor: As teachers, we spend so much time in our classrooms. Our students do too! You deserve a beautiful and functional space that makes you and your students smile every time you walk in! Sunflowers are perfect decor for a bright and fun classroom theme! This style is easy and cozy for any […]
A Teacher’s Guide To BOOM Cards Learning
By now I’m sure you’ve heard of BOOM Cards. If not, you are really missing out! Boom Cards are digital interactive task cards that give students instant feedback and are hosted online at www.boomlearning.com. Read more about why I LOVE them here! These have really changed the way I teach and the way I do […]
10 Reasons I Love Using Boom Cards in My Classroom
Have you tried Boom Cards in your classroom yet? I can’t believe I waited so long to try them! I am so excited to tell you about them! I can’t live without them now. Okay, that was a little dramatic. Seriously though, Boom Cards have really upped my teaching game this school year. In this […]
Amazing Writing Activities to Teach Writing in Elementary
I love teaching writing! It’s my favorite thing. I love watching students light up with ideas as they do writing activities in class. I love having students leave my room confident in their ability to write and embrace the process. But, let’s be honest here. It takes some kids a long time to get confident […]
4 of My Favorite Math Activities for Test Prep & FREE Graphing Activites
Is it just me, or are you finding it harder and harder to keep your students motivated in class this school year? I am knee deep in our end of the year test prep and I feel like I have to put on a full-on performance to keep the kids’ attention. I have done virtual […]
Classroom Tips & Ideas for Digital Classroom Escape Rooms
Have you tried digital classroom escape rooms yet? There’s a good reason they are a big hit with students and teachers! These learning activities will have your students collaborating and using critical thinking skills as one team to get through each of the puzzles, activities, games or rooms. Student engagement is through the roof as […]
How I Teach and Assess Reading Fluency for BIG KIDS in Upper Elementary
As a teacher, my ultimate goal for students is to enjoy reading and feel confident picking out books to read in their free time. There are many elements to growing successful independent readers, but oral reading fluency is SO IMPORTANT for so many reasons! In this blog post, I will share with you how I […]