5 Easy Ways to Make Worksheets Fun & Engaging
Some time in the last decade the word “worksheet” got a bad rap. Some claim they are only busywork. Others say teachers use them instead of teaching. While still others…
Category: Teaching Ideas
October Reading Centers for Upper Elementary
Fall is in the air and October is just around the corner. There’s nothing better than sitting outside with a cup of hot apple cider enjoying the brisk air of…
5 Fun Solar System Projects for Kids
Kids get dreamy when it comes to learning about space. You can almost visualize the daydreams above their heads as they take on adventures with astronauts and aliens. Here’s some…
Go To Geography Resources for Upper Elementary
Geography is an important part of any social studies curriculum. Some of the concepts even cross into science standards. What I love about geography is that helps our students connect…
The Best Summer Reads for Teachers
Ahhhhhhhhh! Summer time is almost here. The time when teachers rest and reboot for the next year. It’s the time when we get the house back in order and spend…
Project Based Learning Idea: Plan a Road Trip
Project based learning is a fantastic way to expose students to real world problems and activities. It engages them in learning skills and problem solving in a way that traditional…
