K-3 Book Reviews, Puppets, Colouring, Clip Art
Inside: Christmas activities in our Grade 1 classroom. Last night our school had a Christmas Dance instead of a concert. I have to say I was happily surprised at how much fun it was! One of our Kindergarten teachers was the DJ (an amazing one I might add) and he had the coolest lighting system ~ a very disco feel. … Read more
Inside: A free Christmas writing template and links to Christmas book freebies. Hello! Two years ago I made a couple of little Christmas books that I read to my class over the days leading up to Christmas break. Both these books are patterned after Eric Carle’s Brown Bear, Brown Bear. Click here for Santa Claus, Santa Claus book link. Click … Read more
Are you looking for the Leprechauns are Marching poem? For some weird reason my pin titles aren’t matching my links on Pinterest. But don’t worry, you can find the Leprechaun poem right here. Christmas Addition: I’m having a hard time fitting in math with Christmas break so close and the kids so excited. Oh yeah! And the snow we got … Read more
Inside: Templates for a Santa letter and Christmas countdown Christmas in Grade 1 is so much fun. Yes, it gets a little crazy sometimes, but it’s all good:) Leading up to Christmas, some of the most exciting parts for first graders are the Christmas countdowns and writing their letters to Santa. Especially if Santa writes back, as he does in … Read more
Inside: 4 Last Minute Gift Ideas. DIY for Kids Hello! As it gets closer to Christmas you might be scrambling for some quick and easy gifts for your kids to make for their parents, grandparents, or any other significant people in their lives. If that’s the case, then you’re going to love these DIY gifts! You need to purchase a … Read more
Inside: A review of The Dog Who Found Christmas. A beautiful book for young kids. Introducing one of my all-time favourite Christmas stories for kids: The Dog Who Found Christmas! This is such a beautiful little book that I’ve read it to my class every year for what seems like forever. It’s definitely an oldie but goodie. Title: The Dog … Read more
Inside: A whole bunch of free gingerbread activities. Hello! Like a lot of teachers I’m also doing a gingerbread unit. Ours is for the last week of school only but I’m very excited about it cause we all know how much fun it is! OUR CHRISTMAS CONCERT SONG For our Xmas concert next week our class is teaming up with … Read more
Inside: A round-up of Christmas countdown calendars. Yesterday Sandi, from rubber boots and elf shoes, was wondering if anyone had any ideas for a Christmas countdown calendar, other than the ubiquitous Santa with the cotton puff beard. The bearded Santa is the one I’ve done every year, but when she expressed a desire for change, it got me thinking, too. … Read more
Inside: A super quick and easy idea for a last minute Christmas gift. Are you panicking because you need a last minute Christmas gift? Panic no more! I found this adorable craft at Doodle Bugs Teaching. We made them Friday morning and they went home Friday afternoon. The kids loved them, I loved them, and I’m sure the parents will, … Read more