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Egg Experiment: the Strength of an Egg
So are you allowed to celebrate Easter in your classroom? Me neither! To side-step this little hiccup, I like to bring in LOADS of spring
10 Must Reads for Your Plants and Seeds Unit
Spring is upon us! Well… at least here in Florida. The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and the temps are already reaching the high
5 Tips for Dealing with a Chatty Class
Tired of dealing with a *too* chatty class? Then you need to try these 5 tips for reigning in some of the classroom talking! The
Responding to Text: a Shift in Writing Instruction
I slump down at the table in the middle of my academic coaches’ room. I wasn’t just exhausted from the day, I was already exhausted
Hands on Measurement 2nd Grade
The addition and subtraction heavy hitting are FINALLY over and we’re able to move on to more “fun” concepts like measurement and arrays. It’s like
How Sweet It Is: Valentine’s Day Writing
So what’s sweeter than all the chocolate that students bring you on Valentine’s Day and also doesn’t go straight to your thighs? Having those same
Data Charting: Using Data Like a Boss
Somewhere along the way, data became a four-letter word. I’m sure it all started back when lawmakers became more focused on test scores and less
10 Must Read Books About Kindness Every Classroom Should Have
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, I’m rummaging through my crates for those “perfect for this time of year” books. But here’s the thing,
Summarizing in the Primary Classroom
Asking a student to retell a story or summarize a non-fiction text in their own words can be one of the most difficult skills
