I have a wonderful new colouring page to share with you today. This Chinese dragon is the same one I made for a puppet (you can see it in this post). I put it on a scallop pattern background (some people call it fish scales or mermaid scales). What I love about this pattern is that your kiddos can create … Read more
I just finished making a puppet to add to my ever-growing collection. This one is a Chinese dragon puppet and it’s perfect to add to your repertoire of Lunar New Year classroom celebrations. Which, by the way, begins January 22, 2023. 2023 is the year of the rabbit, which is a symbol of longevity, peace, and prosperity in Chinese culture, … Read more
Inside: A free collection of January poems for your classroom. Hello! I’m reposting so I can remind everyone about this set of 7 fabulous January poems for your primary classroom. Just so you know, I didn’t write any of the poems. I just found them and added some cute clip art so they’re ready to print and use in your … Read more
Inside: Free set of Happy New Year calendar cards for your classroom Happy Holidays Everyone! Friday was the last day of school before winter break and now everyone is hopefully relaxing and recuperating from what I’m sure was a more stressful than usual first term of school. My hat goes off to all teachers and parents. It hasn’t been easy … Read more
Inside: The best New Year’s books for kids. Happy New Year! I’ve rounded up a collection of fun books to help ring in the new year. Whether you’re a parent, a grandparent or a teacher, these books will be perfect to read either leading up to New Year’s Eve or later when you’re back at school. I’ve curated a lovely … Read more
Inside: Lots of fun New Year activities for first graders Hi Everyone! We had a crazy busy week (as I’m sure you did, too) and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Here’s a look at some of what we were up to! NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS We started off our week making our New Year’s goals. The goals are written … Read more
Inside: 2 reviews of wonderful Chinese New Year books Gung Hay Fat Choy! I have two fabulous books for Chinese New Year to share with you. Title: Sam and the Lucky Money Author: Karen Chinn Illustrators: Cornelius Van Wright & Ying-Hwa Hu Publisher: Lee and Low Books, 1997 Ages: 4 and up Theme: Chinese New Year, Helping Others Opening Lines: … Read more
Inside: Fast and Easy New Year’s Resolution Craft Hello! Have you ever had your best laid plans blow up in your face? Of course you have! Especially if you’re a teacher. I was all planned for today and ready to make the cutest New Years booklets from Traci at Dragonflies in First. I love this little unit. I did it … Read more