January can be a great month in the classroom. From making goals, to winter themed activities and worksheets to learning about the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. There are many ways to incorporate this important civil rights figure in your upper elementary classroom. Here are just a few ideas. Timeline His Life Make history come alive by creating a…
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Five FUN Ways to Teach Volume
Learning about volume can be a blast for upper elementary students, and it’s important for teachers to make it fun and relatable. As a 5th grade teacher I remember dreading the measurement and data section in math, but over the years found ways to make it enjoyable for everyone! Here are five ideas that can help you teach volume in…
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4 Fun Thanksgiving Activities for Upper Elementary
Do you love adding Thanksgiving activities to your classroom? I do! Every year, I look forward to a little decorating and a whole lot of Thanksgiving-themed activities! They’re just so fun… and the kids think so too! If you’re ready to bring some Thanksgiving joy to your students, read on! Here are my favorite Thanksgiving activities for your upper elementary…
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Beginning of the Year Activities for Upper Elementary
When it comes to starting a new school year, there is a lot that goes into that first week of school. As a teacher you want those first activities to help students get to know their new classmates, ease any nervousness or anxiety about the new year, and set the foundation for the year to come. These 5 fun beginning…
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10 Awesome Discounts for Teachers
It’s a well-known fact that every year, teachers spend their own hard-earned money on their classrooms! We buy everything from tissues and pencils to decorative posters and board games so that our classrooms are perfect for our students. But did you know that there are many companies and organizations out there that think teachers deserve a little appreciation and want…
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