A favorite activity in my second grade classroom was creating our own Flat Stanley project. We were able to bring reading and social studies together in one fun activity. Here are the step by step plans that I used to do Flat Stanley in our classroom. Check out my YouTube video that walks … [Read more...] about Flat Stanley Project
Books
Picture Books to Teach Gratitude
Teaching students about gratitude can have a lasting impact on their lives both in and out of the classroom. Using stories can help instill this trait. Read on for a full list of picture books to teach gratitude! *Note: This post may contain affiliate links, which means if you click a link and … [Read more...] about Picture Books to Teach Gratitude
Books to Teach Rules in the Classroom
Mentor texts are great for teaching content areas, however, it is also wonderful to use books to teach rules in the classroom. Starting the year off by laying the groundwork for rules and expectations will make the rest of the year run so much smoother! Why Use Books to Teach Rules? "A story … [Read more...] about Books to Teach Rules in the Classroom
How to Use Books to Celebrate Student Birthdays
Use Books to Celebrate Student Birthdays Birthdays are such a special day for children of all ages. Young kids (heck, even us adults!) are so excited on our day! Why not use books to celebrate student birthdays? One of the most powerful ways to encourage reading in children is to show them how … [Read more...] about How to Use Books to Celebrate Student Birthdays
Tips for Reading at Home
Students should be reading at home every night. Easier said than done, right? In this busy age, it can be a challenge for families to read at home with their children every night. These tips for reading at home will help encourage parents make it a habit. Why Students Aren't Reading at … [Read more...] about Tips for Reading at Home
Ten Ways to Get Students Excited About Books
How do I get students excited about books? There are so many ways to get students excited about books! Here are just 10 ways to share just how wonderful reading can be! 1. Read aloud Reading aloud to your students (at any age) is the most important thing you can do to encourage students to … [Read more...] about Ten Ways to Get Students Excited About Books