In early elementary education, the concept of time is abstract and can be a bit of a head-scratcher for young minds. Among the many time-related mysteries, understanding the difference between AM and PM stands out. As elementary teachers, it’s our mission to turn this confusing concept into a captivating lesson
Choosing engaging, exciting unit topics right at the beginning of the year is integral for your inquiry based classroom!
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All truly incredible cross-curricular units have 6 critical components in common. Read on for the recipe for a kickass unit plan!
Cross-curricular education is an approach to teaching that integrates two or more subject areas into a single lesson or unit. This approach can be beneficial for all students, but it is especially beneficial for English language learners (ELLs). Cross-curricular education: perfect for ELLs! Here are some of the reasons why
These children’s books about gratitude are sure to spark meaningful discussions in your elementary classroom. Check out this list of teacher-tested, student-beloved picture books about gratitude! November (or anytime!) is such a great time to encourage a gratitude practice with your young learners. This simple yet profound concept has significant
Elementary teachers, are you looking for ideas for teaching gratitude in the classroom? You MUST read these 5 easy-to-implement ideas!
Elementary teachers: you want your students to have a celebration of Day of the Dead, but you’re not sure how to do it in a way that’s age-appropriate and culturally sensitive. Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a vibrant and rich Mexican tradition that celebrates the
Important comprehension skill: make a inference! As elementary teachers, one of our essential tasks is not just to ensure that our students can read words on a page but also to help them understand and engage with the text at a deeper level. We need to teach them how to
These time-tested bilingual activities for students are an engaging, inclusive way to kick off the school year!
