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Welcome to the Appletastic Learning blog! If you are looking for 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade teaching ideas, activities, and inspiration, you are exactly where you need to be.
St. Patrick’s Day Project: Design a Leprechaun Village
St. Patrick’s day is just around the corner and those tricky leprechauns will soon be making an appearance. As teachers, we want to make this day full of whimsy and
5 Ways to Teach 2D Shape Classification
By the time our students get to upper elementary, they generally have a good understanding of basic shapes and how to identify them. The next step is to build on
February Reading Activities for Upper Elementary Classrooms
February is the beginning of the end of the cold, dark months of winter. It is also when the “busy days” of the spring semester really start to begin. So
5 Valentine’s Day Activities for Upper Elementary Students
Valentine’s Day is full of sugar and spice and everything nice. It is a guarantee that your kiddos will be excited for this fun filled February day. As teachers we
Black History Reading Passages
February is Black History Month and a wonderful time to help our students learn about the the history of the African American people. Although a history filled with suffering and
How to Set-up a Winter Math Escape Room
Winter can be a tough time in the classroom. It's generally the longest period of time without a break and the weather often means more time inside. Add to that