
Turkey Placemat Thanksgiving Keepsake Craft for the Classroom
It’s finally fall, teacher friend! The weather has been in the 60s in the morning around these parts, and although we’re still heating up to

Beginning Research Projects: Native Americans Poster Project
Let’s talk about research projects for younger students. Guiding students through the research process can be stressful, but with lots of guidance, practice, and some

Prefix Word Study
What do you do when pictures and context clues aren’t enough to help a child understand the meaning of a word? I had to tackle

5 Ways to Celebrate Native American Heritage Month in 2nd Grade
I know it’s still October, but guys… Thanksgiving will be here before we know it! There are so many ways to celebrate that day in

Fact Families: Building Fact Fluency with Related Facts
Building basic fact fluency is a huge focus in 2nd-grade math. Strong fact fluency makes adding and subtracting larger numbers so much easier for students.

9 Fun and Easy Apple Activities for 2nd Grade
We made it! We made it to September. Friends… I’m not going to lie. It was hard to get here. But we’re here, and it’s

Podcast for the Classroom: 13 Student Favorites
One thing that is taking everyone by storm is listening to podcasting. I know I love listening to a few different podcasts while I’m out

The Best Back to School Books for 2nd Grade
Don’t know what to teach the first few weeks of second grade? One of my favorite places to start is with books! Books can open

5 Favorite Bulletin Board Ideas for Elementary!
How is it already time to start planning out your classroom decor and bulletin boards?! Some years this really stumps me, but other years, I’m