Gifted and Talented Education & Upper Elementary Reading and Writing Activities
Hint: All it takes is a leprechaun! There are only two weeks left until spring break, but time seems to be crawling by. My kids are a little burnt out, and they are starting to get bored of the same routines. We are all ready for a little excitement. Something new and fresh! Enter – …
I personally love all things holiday themed. But, what’s even better is that my students LOVE all things holiday themed too! They get so excited and engaged in whatever it is when it’s themed. At this point in the year, my 4th graders have worked so hard on perfecting expository essays. I don’t want to …
Allow Time for Students to Socialize One thing that virtual students are really missing out on this year is interaction with their peers. A virtual Valentine’s party is the perfect time to let students interact and socialize with each other. Sometimes, that’s really all they need! Incorporate Digital Games and Activities There are some AMAZING …
If you are a teacher who assigns homework – this blog post is a must read! Do you have that one student who never completes their homework, but then makes the highest score on almost every test? That’s likely because the homework is too easy for the student, and just serves as busy work. I …
As teachers, we know that social-emotional learning is SO important. And, it’s more important now than it’s ever been. With all the unknowns, changes, and anxieties that come along with the pandemic, it’s up to us to make sure we are checking in with our students so that we can better support them socially and …
I have two words for you: Square Puzzles What are square puzzles? Well, they’re pretty much just square puzzle pieces with text or images on the edges that students match up. It’s the puzzle element that makes it tricky. An easy way to differentiate for gifted students is to turn the content you already have …
What if I told you that I have the perfect project for ANY subject area, and ANY topic? What if I also told you that you get this project in a no prep digital format?! Well, I have good news for you because I created a podcasting project that is a must have for any …
When I was growing up, I never had pressure from my parents to choose a certain career path. They didn’t pressure me to become an engineer like my dad, or get into nutrition like my mom. What my dad would always tell me was that he hoped I’d find my passion and follow it! Well, …
Do you struggle with what to do with your early finishers? Or, do you have trouble differentiating activities to challenge your higher achievers? “Must Do May Do” graphic organizers are the perfect solution! Use them digitally or print them to outline what students need to do, and then extension and enrichment activities they can do …
The Teachers Pay Teachers site-wide sale comes around a few times a year, and it’s an event you do not want to miss! You can get resources and even already discounted bundles at 25% off! Here are five tips for teachers who are shopping the sale. Tip #1 – Leave Feedback Leaving feedback on resources you‘ve …