Creating a calming corner for your elementary classroom can be a great way to help your students regulate their emotions and build emotional intelligence. They’re soothing to your students and add an instant welcoming vibe to your classroom. As teachers, we all have experienced a scenario like this: Your class comes in from recess. One of your students walks in…
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Easy No-Bake Playdough Recipe Your Students Will Love
Making playdough is a fun activity for elementary students. I mean really, what kid doesn’t love playdough?! Not only does the playdough keep them entertained, but it also helps teach them about the properties of different materials. In this blog post, I will provide a recipe for no-bake playdough that is taste-safe and easy to make! WHY YOU NEED A…
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MATH DIRECTED DRAWINGS: The Combo You Never Knew You Needed
Do you struggle with students who easily get distracted during math? DOODLE TASKS™ were designed to get and KEEP your students engaged every step of the way! What are DOODLE TASKS™? This is a combo that’s never been done before, it brings together the best of both task cards and directed drawings. My second graders LOVED directed drawings during the…
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STRESS Days and Being #TEACHERTIRED
“One in 83 teachers (3,750) are on long-term leave for stress and mental health issues.” (source) And, “Unions are warning of an “epidemic of stress” as research revealed that 3,750 teachers were signed off on long-term sick leave last year because of pressure of work, anxiety and mental illness.” (source) And the worst? “Altogether 1.3 million days have been taken…
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Teacher Costume Ideas for Halloween That Are Cheap and Easy
Dressing up as a teacher is a fun way to connect with your students. For some, it’s a headache and for others, they live for it. Regardless of what category you fall under, I’m here to give you some easy teacher costume ideas that are cheap and easy. I had a lot of fun with this blog because I felt…
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