This week, schools across the country will be celebrating the birthday of perhaps the most loved children’s author of all times—Dr. Seuss! If you’re searching for a few last minute ideas for your Seuss celebration, here are two links that are sure to be helpful! This link takes you to the treasure trove of Dr. Seuss…
February 26 is National Tell a Fairy Tale Day. I don’t know who made up this day, but it’s incredibly annoying that they decided it belongs on a Sunday. This would be a wonderful day to celebrate in the classroom! So I recommend that you make this Friday or the Monday afterward your personal “Tell…
Today is National Chocolate Cake Day! Alas, I don’t have any chocolate cake. That’s probably best since I’m still trying to recover from overindulging during the holidays. But I do have cake activities—and those are calorie-free. Check them out: This whole-group activity focuses on short-vowel words with a silent e! …
I am a nerd, and I have several nerdy friends. Even being in close contact with these individuals, I have a difficult time defining what a nerd is. I can, however, give you fine examples of nerdy behavior. A nerd… May inform you with undisguised glee that the Rebel fighter pilots in the new Star…
When it comes to Thanksgiving Day–themed activities for the classroom, most of the ideas you find have to do with turkeys and Pilgrims. Now there’s nothing wrong with turkeys and Pilgrims, but it’s certainly important for all of us to remember that Thanksgiving is about giving thanks. It’s said that showing gratitude makes us healthier…
Sometimes the best things in the world are the simplest things. For example, take a look at this pattern. It’s so simple! Yet it’s one of my favorite patterns available on our website. Why? Just think of all its uses! Post a picture from a magazine that shows a person. Give each child a speech…