Sadly, teachers have to remind students to be kind every day. While students do not necessarily mean to hurt those around them, it happens in all classrooms. With so much social media influence over our youngest students, hurtful words and actions often occur. So, teachers work tirelessly to ensure ... Read More
Teaching Positive Thinking Skills with I Can Handle It!
Unfortunately, students go through so many uncomfortable situations. Honestly, there is no way to know what will happen each day. So, they often begin to doubt themselves and experience much anxiety. Since teachers understand the power of self-talk and mental health, they incorporate creative ways ... Read More
Math Books for Kids
Hold on...picture books in math?!? Of course! Math books for kids are perfect for teaching math concepts in elementary school. Children will not only understand the real-world applications of math, but they will also have a greater likelihood to develop math confidence. Here are a few of my ... Read More
St. Patrick’s Day Books for Kids
Your students can learn just what St. Patrick’s day is all about while reading these fun St. Patty’s day themed books! They will have your class laughing and reading the whole month of March while they think about leprechauns, shamrocks, pots of gold, and saints. Check out some of my favorite ... Read More
Teaching Problem Solving with What Do You Do With a Problem?
Students experience so many new aspects each day. Between problems on the playground to being unsure of something on an assignment, everything is new at one time. So, this often makes students uncomfortable and worried. Since teachers never want students to feel like this, they work hard at showing ... Read More
Including Others with Gibberish
Imagine going through an entire day, unable to understand what anyone is saying. You have no idea how to ask to use the restroom or how to find your way around. Sadly, this happens to students worldwide as they move to an area with a new language. Additionally, there are students with different ... Read More