Are you looking for an engaging way to practice sight words? This "Awesome Apples" sight word board game is sure to do the trick. Getting Ready The prep for this activity is seriously so simple. Just download, print, and cut out the cards. If you are like me and let your little ones play the games as early finishers or for indoor recess after teaching them how to play, then I definitely recommend laminating them as well. The only additional items you will need are game pieces. We used our apple mini erasers from ... read more
Skittles Science
Are you looking for a super simple science experiment that will make your kids say "Wow!"? Check out this sweet Skittles science. I have also included a free printable to go along with this colorful experiment. What you will need: Skittles About 1/3 cup of warm water A white plate or big bowl (it just needs to be flat on the bottom) You will also need pencils and crayons if you are doing the recording sheet. The Activity: First, arrange the Skittles around the inside edge of your plate or bowl. You ... read more
Seashell Addition
Are you looking for a fun math activity for summer? This FREE math center works on addition with sums up to ten. It is hands-on and is sure to keep your little mathematicians engaged and learning. Getting Started: The prep for this activity is quick and easy. Just print the free download and cut out your shells. I recommend laminating them for durability. Then print your recording sheet. Print as many as you have students at your center. For example: if you have 5 students in your group, you will ... read more
Books That Encourage Children to Be Themselves
My oldest starts Kindergarten this year. I am so excited for him to learn, grow, and make new friends. He has the sweetest heart and I want more than anything for him to stay true to himself and not change who he is because of others around him. I don't want him to change based on what his classmates think is "cool." So that is the inspiration behind why I chose to share some of my absolute favorite books that encourage children to be themselves. So that we, as teachers and parents, can use these stories to show ... read more
Back to School Freebie
Are you looking for a fun and meaningful activity for the first week of school? This "Taco 'Bout a Cool Class" class book is perfect to start building a classroom community and get to know each other. Students love class books. They love getting to feel like the author. They also love seeing what their friends wrote or drew. This will give them a chance to do that, and also learn about each other in the process. They may notice that they have more in common with their new classmates than they thought. I have added ... read more
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