School is back in session now, and that means many kids are bringing home spelling words each week. I’ve compiled a list of activities that make spelling words fun, and I guarantee kids will learn at the same time! If…
Odd and Even Fun with Skittles
With this activity, children will be able to determine the difference between even and odd numbers and tell whether a number is even or odd and why. Materials: 15 Skittles per child (If you don’t want to use food as…
Activities with Counting Blocks
Yesterday I talked about the pack of 18 counting blocks I found in Target’s dollar bin for only 30 cents. Well, today I am going to talk about some great math activities you can do with these counting blocks. Let’s get started!…
Run, Don’t Walk, To Target!
I took a little trip to my local Super Target this morning, and I have to share some amazing deals I found! The dollar spot is my favorite part of Target. They always have some great stuff in there. Well,…
Beginning Teachers: Interviews & Portfolios
It’s Thursday, so it is time for Teacher Talk Thursday. On Thursdays posts will be dedicated to teachers, classroom management, and ideas to be used in the classroom. Tons of fun stuff is ahead! Today, I will continue our Beginning…
Family Tree Keepsake
Nothing is more precious than a child’s drawing or writing, and what better way to capture it than a family tree? This adorable activity is sure to be a favorite childhood keepsake. Materials: Family Tree Sheet – Download here Pencil…
Counting Syllables
This week’s reading strategy helps build graphophonemic awareness that I talked about when discussing the four components of teaching reading, aka “The Apple”. Materials: Syllable Words on Construction Paper (You don’t have to use construction paper, but it makes it…
The Apple – The Four Components of Reading
Reading is an essential skill, and more emphasis is placed on this skill than any other in education. Before I begin posting different strategies for teaching reading, I want to give some background knowledge. There are numerous theories, strategies, and…
Math Mondays: #1 Tips For Building Math Skills at Home
With a little creativity, you can make math lots of fun! Here are some easy things that you can do at home to help your child with math. I have used this as a handout at parent nights before. Parents…
Abstract Masterpieces
Who doesn’t love a fun art project? This easy project will be loved by both kids and parents alike, and it’s something you’ll probably want to frame! It’s that great! Materials Needed: Crayons (Markers or Colored Pencils will work fine…
Skip Counting Using A Hundred Board
Number recognition and counting from 1-100 is the foundation of math. After students can identify a number, the next skills to be taught are usually skip counting and identifying numbers on a hundred board. This is where some children begin…
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