End of Year Math Activities That Keep Students Engaged and Learning
When Testing Ends, the Real Challenge Begins Testing is done. Schedules are chaotic. The energy is high—and the attention span is low. It’s that wild stretch of time between state testing and the last day of school. Whether you have two weeks or six, this is the perfect window for creative, low-prep end of year […]
Meaningful End-of-Year Math Reflections & Awards Students Will Remember
The End of the Year Still Matters The last few days of school can feel like a blur—between field day, assemblies, and final report cards, it’s tempting to coast to the finish line. But the truth is, the end of the year is a powerful opportunity to reflect, recognize growth, and leave students with a […]
Essential State Testing Tips for Upper Elementary
State testing season is here, and while it can be a stressful time for both teachers and students, the right strategies can make a world of difference. With thoughtful preparation and engaging review methods, your students can feel confident and ready to tackle their math assessments. In this post, I’ll share actionable state testing tips that […]
Thanksgiving in the Classroom
A Week of Thanksgiving in my Classroom Thanksgiving in the classroom is such a fun time! It is a great time to remember what we are thankful for. This was especially important this school year. There are also so many great read alouds and activities to do in the classroom. Here is a peek into […]
Parent Teacher Conference Week: I SURVIVED!
Parent-teacher conference week is a week I do not look forward to every school year. The days are long and it’s exhausting by the end. You can only imagine what parent-teacher conferences were like while also teaching through a pandemic. My conferences this year were hybrid, like my instruction, and parents were given the choice […]
Morning Choice STEM Bins: Covid Style
Another classroom favorite of mine has always been my morning choice time…but that too has needed changed this year. Morning choice, sometimes referred to as a soft start, is when you allow students to start the day at their own pace doing something they enjoy before getting started on their academic work. In my classroom, […]
Organizing My Classroom Library (FINALLY!)
I know, I know. We are mid-way through October and already passed our first nine weeks of school, and I am just now getting things in the classroom settled. But ya know, #teachingin2020. This is the new normal. During my fall break, I had time to work on some loose end projects in the classroom. […]