Have you decorated your house for the December holidays? I’ve noticed this year people have started decorating earlier than usual. And why not? If it brings you joy, I say go for it! I’ve already plugged in my pre-lit tabletop tree. (It’s high up on a bookcase because I have a herd of attack cats.)…
Button, button, who’s got the button? Buttons have been used for games and activities for years because they’re handy and inexpensive manipulatives. And it doesn’t hurt that they’re pretty and shiny as well! Since today is National Button Day, I thought you would enjoy some super Mailbox button-themed activities. Have students count the total number…
This Wednesday is Veterans Day, a day set aside to honor those who have served the country during both wartime and peacetime. Veterans Day was originally called Armistice Day, and it commemorated the end of World War 1. As time went by, the name was changed to include all those who have served. How can…
Happy November! It’s always difficult for me to say goodbye to October because it’s my favorite month of the year. So it helps if I can get geared up for Thanksgiving. That’s why these printables are all about turkeys! Print or download these options that are perfect for this month. Let’s all have a fabulous…
When I write a blog, I often give you activities and printables you can use. And that means I need to find ideas for several grade levels. So when I run across ideas that can easily be adapted, I get pretty tickled! These center activities can be modified to work for multiple grade levels! Check…
Do you know which curriculum area I like to combine with a pumpkin theme? Writing! And since pumpkins are everywhere right now, it’s easy to gather any necessary props. (This photo shows pumpkins as far as the eye can see at a local gardening supply store.) Check out these three writing activities that are perfect…
This poem book has long been a favorite of mine. I remember hearing the poems when I was in elementary school—and the illustrations bring back vivid childhood memories of fall. So when I taught in schools that had Halloween celebrations, I would always read this favorite aloud. One year, I read a particular poem with…
What’s on my mind today? Eyes. I have an eye appointment this afternoon, which I’ve been avoiding. I don’t have an optometrist phobia, but I haven’t been all that eager to go due to Covid-19. It just seems like it’s a bad time to have someone poking around at your eyeballs. But I gave in…
Fall is here, teacher friends! I’ve noticed that people generally “fall” into one of two categories when it comes to this season. And here they are: Personality #1: Fall is the most glorious season in existence! I want to frolic among the crunchy leaves. I see candy corn and I’m filled with bliss. Hooray for…
Coloring isn’t something we generally think about very much. But maybe we should, particularly now when stress is on the rise. Coloring has a lot of benefits—for little ones, older children, and adults! It’s a great way to relax and the repetitive movement can be soothing. Also, it’s an easy way to get a quick…