I don't like to broadcast this fact, but I have to admit that there are some times when I show my class a movie. You know, like the days I have a sub. Or [hypothetically] report cards are supposed to go home at the end of the day, but I'm
We already wrote once about the Secret Scrap, but it's definitely one of our favorite loves. Here's the re-post: Heidi says: We were cutting a lot of papers for math the other day which, inevitably, left a blanket of confetti on the floor. It's those moment when I'd like
Fabric on bulletin boards is really kind of genius. It doesn't fade. It withstands a lot of wear and tear. And you can find such cute prints!
My mom gave Heidi and I each a copy of The Tooth Fairy's Guide to Lost Teeth a few years ago for Christmas. It contains a small fortune for each day of the year. When my students would come in and eagerly tell me they lost a tooth, we would
This is one of the most serendipitous finds of my life! I use Popsicle sticks to choose students to answer questions, work with partners, take turns, etc. I think most teachers do something similar. I used to store my sticks in a can, but once upon a back-to-school I couldn't
At the end of the day, it's great to send your students home on a positive note. When the bell rings to go home, we all line up at the door. On their way out they can say goodbye to me with their choice: a hug, a handshake, or a
We do Words Their Way word sorts everyday. One of the biggest obstacles in implementing this was storing each student's set of 20+ words. Bags and envelopes just end up thrashed and words become floor confetti. Enter the zipper pocket. I found them at a back-to-school sale, but even at
Photo credit: Patouche When Heidi and I changed our classroom themes to a pirate theme, I wanted a new pirate-themed attention-getter. This is what I settled on. Teacher: All hands on deck!Students (while saluting): Aye, Aye, Captain! The kids were totally gaga for it. It's hands down the best attention-getter
The Desk Fairy has recently come to live in my classroom and I have to admit that I love her. The kids rush in to find out who she's visited each morning. And, even better, they are actually trying to keep their desks clean. Me + The Desk Fairy =
Today Heidi and I are being spotlighted on the blog Simply Utah. You can head over there to read a little bit about us and pick up an awesome coupon code, good only for today!
Until Valentine's Day, Heidi and I will be sharing one of our teacher "loves" with you each day. First up, whiteboard paper! I was first introduced to this amazing product by a coworker. My coworker used it to make little whiteboards for the students to keep in their desks
Just in case you haven't noticed this freebie listed on our sidebar from last year I wanted to remind you about our darling freebie Valentine game: Heart to Heart. It's a simple and colorful matching game that your little ones are sure to fall in love with! 😉 Linked
