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Hello to my favorite teacher friends!! Winter is almost here; well, almost… except in Florida #ifyouknowyouknow You guys know I love sharing the my favorite books for your classroom, so of course I’ve got some must-reads for December for you all! It’s the perfect opportunity to weave in some pretty wonderful books for those 2nd graders! So, here’s my go-to… Read More
Teaching writing is a challenge. Then add spelling into the mix, and it’s a whole other level. How can you support students’ spelling while they write? I’m sharing simple strategies you can use in your classroom (literally tomorrow!) to help support spelling during writing. My hands were sweating… it was almost my turn. Just two more people. Now, one… My… Read More
Looking for some fun and engaging ideas to fill your lesson plans this November? I’ve got you!! Today, I’m sharing five of my favorite activities for the month of November that are perfect for 2nd grade! 1. Find the Perfect Book for November Not sure where to start when it comes to planning an amazing month of learning? Well… I always… Read More
Teacher friends… the leaves are changing, the weather is getting colder and PSLs are back at Starbucks. My favorite season has joyfully returned (and in 2020, where nothing good seems to be happening, that’s a BIG deal!)! So with seasonal love affairs in mind, let’s talk about a fun and easy 2nd grade opinion writing activity that you can do… Read More
‘Tis the season!! It is so crazy that the holiday season is fast approaching. (only 60 more days!) Yet somehow, at the same time, it feels like it’s been 10 years since March… anyone else feeling like that?? Well, I know what will make everything better…Let’s talk festive holiday bulletin boards!! Seriously, though, cute and easy bulletin boards make everything… Read More
I’m not sure when I was first introduced to this book. Honestly, it wasn’t too long ago, but it also wasn’t recent. I think when you’ve taught for as long as I have… the years and ideas begin to melt together like a hearty Applicious teaching stew. And this book is just another chunky piece that makes teaching delicious. Either… Read More
