October Activities, Project-Based Learning

Plan a Classroom Carnival: Project-Based Learning Success

Games, delicious snacks, face painting, prizes, and more…what’s not to love about a carnival? Kids are a carnival’s number one fans, so why not utilize it to teach important skills in a hands-on, engaging, and exciting way in the classroom? Let's explore How to Plan a Classroom Carnival: A Guide to Project-Based Learning Success. A full-classroom… Continue reading Plan a Classroom Carnival: Project-Based Learning Success

English Language Arts, Figurative Language

5 Creative Ways to Teach Figurative Language

Figurative language is the sparkle in the gem of writing. Figurative language adds richness to expressive writing and is an essential skill for students to recognize and master. This type of writing takes a mundane sentence and adds a flourish of description. Without figurative language, one’s writing may seem boring and without magic. Join us as… Continue reading 5 Creative Ways to Teach Figurative Language

Back to School, Uncategorized

Back-to-School Read-Alouds to Create a Classroom Community

The beginning of the school year is a time to review rules and procedures, get to know one another and build classroom community. One of the best ways to create a positive classroom community is through the power of the read-aloud picture book and by utilizing their profound themes of kindness, inclusion, and empathy. Join… Continue reading Back-to-School Read-Alouds to Create a Classroom Community