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
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Beyond the Book: Author Study Activities for The Questioneers Series
Embarking on an author study with young minds goes far beyond the pages of a book—it's about fostering curiosity, sparking creativity, and igniting a passion for learning. In the realm of elementary classrooms, author studies become a powerful tool for cultivating a love for reading, writing, and exploration. The following author study activities invite you to step "Beyond the Book" as we delve into the captivating world of The Questioneers Series written by Andrea Beaty, where characters like Ada Twist Scientist, Iggy Peck Architect, and Sofia Valdez Future Prez come to life with boundless … [Read more...] about Beyond the Book: Author Study Activities for The Questioneers Series
Election Day Activities for Elementary Students
As the leaves change and autumn sets in, so too does the season of elections. It's a time when questions about our government and the electoral process naturally bubble to the surface. To quench the curiosity of young minds and provide them with a peek into our US government, here are some of my favorite election day activities for elementary students. These election day activities aren't just about learning; they're about kindling the flames of active citizenship and planting the seeds of leadership.Imagine a classroom abuzz with excitement as students take part in mock elections, explore the … [Read more...] about Election Day Activities for Elementary Students
Reading Comprehension Bookmarks
Have you ever struggled with knowing what reading comprehension questions to ask your students or your own kids? As we progress into the school year and we start to dig deeper into reading I always break out my Reading Comprehension Bookmarks. Each bookmark is focused on one specific reading comprehension strategy and has a list of reading comprehension questions for that strategy. These bookmarks are a great reading tool for students to use both at school and at home, but the best part is they can be used for ANY book. Let's take a closer look!Reading Comprehension StrategiesI have … [Read more...] about Reading Comprehension Bookmarks
