Seasonal Fun
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St. Patrick’s Day STEM Activities
March Is a Long Monthā¦ Fill It with Hands-On STEM š March is a long month in the classroom. There arenāt many full breaks, the weather can feel unpredictable, and students start getting restless. Itās the perfect time to lean into hands-on STEM activities that keep engagement high while still building real academic skills. This
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Valentine’s Day Suncatchers
Thereās always that space between the holidays and spring time where everyone is going stir crazy and ideas are lacking. These suncatchers are always a favorite in my house to brighten up the house (and our moods) and spread some love to family and friends. And whatās even better – they are super easy! Materials:
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A Fresh Start After Winter Break
The day we return from holiday break everyone is a little tired, a little wiggly, and very ready for a reset. New Yearās feels like the perfect opportunity to pause, reflect, and start fresh together. This is an activity I love doing not just in the classroom, but one that also works really well at
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Christmas Phonics Centers for the Week Before Winter Break
That last week before winter vacation always feels a little different in the classroom. The excitement is high, routines are almost gone, and attention spans areā¦ short. I still want my students practicing important phonics skills, but Iām also looking for activities that feel fun, festive, and low-stress ā for them and for me. Thatās
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Christmas Suncatchers Craft
One of my favorite holiday projectsāat home and in the classroomāis making Christmas suncatchers. Thereās something so calming about watching kids layer little pieces of tissue paper and then seeing their faces light up when they hold their design up to the window. Itās simple, hands-on, and gives kids a creative outlet during a season
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Holiday How-To Writing Ideas for December
One of my favorite times to teach how-to writing is during the holiday season. Kids are already thinking about traditions, decorations, treats, and all the little moments that make this time of year special. Because theyāre so familiar with the topics, the writing feels accessible, meaningful, and really fun. December is also a great month
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Thanksgiving Writing Activities for Kā2
Meaningful, Differentiated, and So Much Fun! November is one of my favorite months to bring creativity and gratitude into the classroom. Between the excitement of Thanksgiving and the cozy fall vibes, itās the perfect time to slow down and let students reflect on what theyāre thankful for ā while still sneaking in tons of writing
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Week Before Halloween Classroom Fun!
The week before Halloween is always full of excitement, energy, and maybe a little extra sugar! š I love channeling that energy into meaningful, hands-on activities that let students move, explore, and create. Here are a few of my favorite ideas for a festive (and manageable!) week leading up to Halloween. š Pass the Pumpkin
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How Do Dinosaurs Say Trick or Treat? Halloween Activities for Kids
Halloween is such a fun time to mix creativity, reading, and safety lessons ā and How Do Dinosaurs Say Trick or Treat? by Jane Yolen and Mark Teague is one of my favorite books to tie it all together! Whether youāre a classroom teacher, homeschool parent, or just looking for a meaningful Halloween activity at
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Festive Monster Writing Ideas for October
October is one of my favorite months to teach writing. Between the excitement of Halloween and all things spooky, itās the perfect time to tap into studentsā creativity. Thatās why I love doing a Monster Writing Unitāitās hands-on, imaginative, and hits every major writing standard! Step 1: Create Your Monster Start by letting students design