Wonderful Winter Holidays Around the World Integrated Lesson Plans and Art Projects Before I start our 12 Days until Christmas in the Classroom Countdown, I love to teach about Winter Holidays around the world. Every year this is always one of my class' favorite lessons! My … [Read more...] about Winter Holidays Around the World
3rd Grade
Digital Vs. Board Games- Paired Texts to Improve Students’ Writing
Comparing digital and board games to improve on-demand writing skills If your students are like mine, they potentially spend hours playing digital and online games such as Minecraft, Mario Kart, Just Dance, and Pokemon Go. With so many video gaming choices, kids everywhere are … [Read more...] about Digital Vs. Board Games- Paired Texts to Improve Students’ Writing
Fidget Spinners- Paired Texts to Improve Students’ Writing
Fidget Spinners Paired Texts To Improve On-Demand Writing Skills Students love fidget spinners (and much to a teacher's dismay), these trendy gadgets have found their way into classrooms everywhere. What is a teacher to do? When you can't beat 'em, join 'em! Here is how I … [Read more...] about Fidget Spinners- Paired Texts to Improve Students’ Writing
Hoverboard- Paired Texts to Improve Students’ Writing
Hoverboard Paired Texts To Improve On-Demand Writing Skills Do your students own (or wish they owned) a hoverboard? This familiar transportation trend is a very engaging topic for students in the classroom. The controversy surrounding board safety makes a great platform for … [Read more...] about Hoverboard- Paired Texts to Improve Students’ Writing
10 Days to Summer Survival Kit
10 Days Until Summer Survival Kit Countdown You sigh as you glance at your 'Days 'til Summer' countdown chain and think it still looks far too long. Guided reading and text books are already turned in. The crayons are broken and you have an overflowing box of scrap paper. … [Read more...] about 10 Days to Summer Survival Kit
