Happy Monday! I always say that October is absolutely my favorite month of the year, but for some reason it seems to be the busiest as a teacher. Maybe it's the first round of report cards/development records, parent conferences, or a host of other things. It's likely the combination ... read more
Monday Motivation: Exploring Trees and Bark
Welcome to the return of my weekly blog series, Monday Motivation! Now that I've gotten into the "groove" so to speak at my new school, I feel like it's time to kick off my Monday Motivation series. This series is all about lesson ideas, classroom tips, behavior management ideas, and ... read more
The Little Explorers Debut
As I sit down to write this post I realize that it is mid-July. Wait. Summer, where are you going?!? This summer has been a busy one for me with lots of PD, teaching a summer camp, and working on non-school related things. I've got to remember to tell myself to slow down for a ... read more
Paint, Paper, & Popcorn: An Art Themed Summer Fun Camp!
The end of June is quickly coming - where is summer going?!? As many of you may have been enjoying summer break for quite some time and others are just getting started with your break, your probably wondering why I'm blogging about a summer camp. Well, I've been at my new school ... read more
“AR” It’s a Pirate’s Life For Me
Saying last week was one of my favorite weeks in the classroom would be an understatement. I dove deep into a theme, more so than I've ever done before, and the result was astounding. The kiddos learned, laughed, and made memories. I learned, laughed, and made memories. Fortunately I ... read more