Hey there friends! I am so excited to talk to you about my kids' most used activity in our house for 5 years running (literally since the day we created it!)… our STEM bin!Creating a STEM bin (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) for your kids at home is a fantastic way to not only beat boredom, but it will boost their creativity. When we started, I simply put items we were going to recycle or toss such as boxes of various sizes, containers, and random school supplies we had around the house. Our STEM bin has since evolved, and I thought we should share what we now have … [Read more...] about Creating a STEM Bin
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4 Strategies for Writing Instruction To Support All Students
Though writing is my very favorite subject to teach, it can be one of the most challenging. Especially since there is typically a large range of abilities in the classroom. To level the field for each of your writers it can take a lot of outside-of-the-box thinking. These are simple approaches I have used throughout the years with students, and with my own two boys. Here are four strategies for writing instruction that you can add to your teaching toolbox.1. MindsetI'm excited to share my first valuable tip that can make a big difference in our writing instruction. It's not about fancy tools … [Read more...] about 4 Strategies for Writing Instruction To Support All Students
Teaching Nonfiction Text Features with Sharks – Anchor Charts, Worksheets, & More!
In my experience, students have always shown an enthusiastic interest in nonfiction research, especially when it involves animals – and what better subject than sharks! I have several ideas for teaching nonfiction text features that I am sharing with you below including anchor charts, worksheets, report writing, discussion questions, and more... so let's dive in!Teaching Nonfiction Text FeaturesExploring the deep sea depths of shark facts can be both educational and entertaining for kids. From whale sharks and great white sharks to horn sharks, tiger sharks, and hammerhead sharks, there's a … [Read more...] about Teaching Nonfiction Text Features with Sharks – Anchor Charts, Worksheets, & More!
5 Winter STEM Activities
As the much-anticipated winter break draws near, with you and your students eagerly ticking off the days, the quest for engaging yet sanity-preserving activities begins. It's that magical time when excitement is high, and the challenge lies in finding something both enjoyable and educational to channel that energy. Look no further! I've created 5 captivating winter STEM activities that your students are going to love. These are not just learning experiences; they're adventures in science, technology, engineering, and math, carefully crafted to keep your students enthralled without sending the … [Read more...] about 5 Winter STEM Activities