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  • There are so many wonderful benefits to theatre in the education setting! From Kindergarten to Second Grade and beyond students all over can benefit from the ideas that values that theatre teaches. Check out our top 7 benefits that are perfect for readers theatre and more!
  • Looking for a hands-on activity for your pumpkin unit? I love that this investigation incorporates STEM, Math, Science, and so much more! What a perfect idea for Kindergarten, First Grade, and more!
  • Wondering what to focus on with your early readers? If they are showing mastery of rhyming and alliteration here's your next steps! **Sentence segmenting **Syllable blending and segmenting **Onset-rime blending and segmenting If you're teaching reading, this post breaks down these skills PLUS gives some no prep options for practicing!
  • Math games are where engaging teaching is at! These Halloween math games are perfect for centers in Kindergarten and some First Grade classrooms. Subitizing, addition, subtraction, 100s chart, counting, it's all included!
  • Teaching diversity, acceptance and inclusion is one of the most important things we can do for kids. Here are 10 of my favorite books for teaching these ideas that are perfect for Black History Month, Inclusive Schools Week, or any time!
  • This simple and fun math game is a great way to help preschoolers (and older kids, too!) practice counting, addition, and other basic math skills while competing to win the "dice wars". #mathgames #adultmathgames
  • Use the classic game Twister to practice all sorts of math facts! A great way to get kids moving and learning at the same time!
  • Apple theme counting activity for preschoolers. A fine motor apple tree activity for learning numbers.
  • Behavior management is so key to optimum classroom performance, but behaviors often slip before and after breaks from school. Click to read my top 7 strategies for promoting positive behavior and independence at school!
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