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The Teaching Texan

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Animal STEAM Activity for Kids

Last week I shared 5 ways that hoopla digital makes lesson planning for STEAM so much easier. If you missed that post, I highly recommend reading it FIRST, then returning to this post. Don't worry - I linked this post for you at the end of the previous post so you can find your way back! Now ... read more

5 Ways hoopla Makes Lesson Plans a Cinch

If you've followed along my journey for a while, you know I am absolutely passionate about STEAM education! I have presented locally and nationally on topics relating to hands-on science, project-based learning and STEAM education and some of the most common questions I get are, "How do you fit ... read more

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  • This summer was I was fortunate enough to attend the KOSMOS Energy STEM Teacher Institute for a second year. Read to find out what I learned about STEM activities, projects, and challenges for kids in elementary school. These ideas are great for Kinderg
  • Don't you just love a comfy teacher t-shirt? These are perfect for teaching on casual dress days and pair perfectly with jeans or colored pants. I love that Texas featured on this one!
  • Many of us have seen the infamous elephant toothpaste experiment before. But, have you ever considered turning that into a social-emotional lesson for the beginning of the school year? Check out my ideas for turning this exciting recipe for science fun
  • Guided reading is a staple in my classroom, but what reading strategies should I be focusing on during that time? I love this free guide for helping to determine what comprehension strategies to teach AND that it gives prompts to help guide student thinking. Perfect for Kindergarten, First Grade and Second Grade teachers!
  • Students love playing games, and teachers love when students learn - and this post is all about gettin the best of both worlds! Students in Kindergarten, First Grade, and Second Grade greatly benefit from centers that are structured as engaging games. Click to see how I use educational games in my classroom!
  • Students love playing games, and teachers love when students learn - and this post is all about gettin the best of both worlds! Students in Kindergarten, First Grade, and Second Grade greatly benefit from centers that are structured as engaging games. Click to see how I use educational games in my classroom!
  • This DIY teacher toolbox is one of my favorite classroom organization tools! Whether setting up for back to school or organizing mid-year I love this for keeping all of our small school supplies neat and tidy!
  • Looking for ways to help your students express their creativity? Combine literacy and a fun craftivity with artwork inspired by famous children books and authors like "The Dot" by Peter H. Reynolds! Pre-K, Kindergarten, and young students alike will lov
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