It's no surprise... I'm all about using games for teaching! Whether literacy, math, or beyond - I'm a firm believer that games ENGAGE students, help them move toward MASTERY, and give them a context to use ACADEMIC VOCABULARY and PROBLEM SOLVING skills. Today I'd love to share a set of Second ... read more
4 Ways to Incorporate Games in the Classroom
Hey y’all! Today I want to share my love of using games in the classroom. The games I use are versatile, fun, and easy for students to learn and learn from! I know that as teachers, especially in elementary, you probably already know the importance of games as well as I do. Educational World has a ... read more
5 Spooky 2nd Grade Halloween Math Centers for the Win!
Second Grade has been such a blast already, but I am crazy excited about October in the classroom with my older friends! Halloween, pumpkins, changing leaves - and let's face it, all things Fall - make me so excited, and I love sharing that with my students. One of my favorite ways to incorporate ... read more
Grow Strong Minds with Spring Math Games
While the temperatures in Texas suggest spring is already here, the true arrival of Spring (March 20th) is fast approaching! Its the perfect time to spring clean and throw out some of your old math centers and worksheets to ramp up for engaging, effective, and hands-on math activities! If you've ... read more
3 Amazing Center Activities That Are Easy and Cheap
If you're anything like me, you are always looking for new ways to revitalize your centers or new ideas to try during Daily 5, Readers Workshop, Guided Math, etc. In the spirit of trying new things, today I'd love to share 3 center ideas that you can make. And hey, it doesn't hurt if they're easy ... read more
