Today is Humorous Day! There are few things as satisfying as laughing until your stomach hurts—and it’s even better when whatever made you laugh initially brings even more chuckles later in the day. Since laughter also reduces stress, I prescribe lots of it for teachers and students. We certainly need all the help we can…
Last week a very influential teacher in my life passed away. Honestly, it hit me pretty hard even though I hadn’t spoken to him in person in over twenty years. Robert Sabourin (“Sabe,” to his students) was my choir teacher throughout junior high and high school–so I had six years of his instruction. He was…
This past weekend, I went to a socially-distanced masked crafting retreat with a handful of women. I haven’t been to a retreat in a long time, but in my pre-Covid life it was something I used to do frequently. I love to create mixed media art in art journals—and it’s fun to be artsy with…
I have a question, teacher friends! What would you tell a new teacher about The Mailbox®? What do you find most helpful? Do you really like certain types of activities or printables on our website? Are you over the moon about our booklets and morning work? Do you think the blogger is AMAZING? *cough* I…
We at The Mailbox® hope you’re enjoying a much deserved winter break! This school year has added an extra challenge on top of your already challenging career. May the new year bring a sense of peace, health, and happiness to you and your family.
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…
It’s back-to-school time and things are pretty confusing and uncertain right now. We can use all the help we can get! So I’ve hunted down this selection of handy activities and opportunities. Take a look! Check out these terrific free ideas and printables from the American Egg Board. They have activities for preschool through high school…
Across the street from my home lives a family with two young children. Normally, I don’t see them outside that much. But in quarantine they’re out in their yard pretty much all day, weather permitting. I see them running and playing and generally having a great time. I’ve seen evidence from my Facebook friends that…
Do you have confused pets wondering why you’re home all the time? I have three—Ralph, Rufus, and Moose. They’re all orange cats. Currently their hobbies include taking over my “work chair,” trying to walk on the laptop, attempting to chew my mouse cord, and sniffing my lunch. I love them and they’re hilarious. And to…
Some of you might be looking for different activities to take up time while self-isolating or sheltering in place. Have you considered submitting your original teaching ideas to The Mailbox®? We’re not looking for polished write-ups of classroom activities–just send us the gist of your idea. You’ll receive $20 for each accepted activity. And of…