Simple Hands-On Math Patterns
I always start the beginning of Grade 1 with pattern activities. My goal is always … Read more
Apple Poem Freebies!
Hello! I have a bunch of apple poems to share with you. The clip art … Read more
Pattern Block Mat Freebies
Do you use pattern blocks? I have a huge tub full of them and decided I … Read more
My Classroom Pics!
We just started school on Tuesday and I only got my new class today (Thursday) … Read more
Tooth Poem Freebie
Grade 1 students LOVE to keep track of their loose and lost teeth. Like most … Read more
Good Morning Song
I have the cutest poem/song for you today. It’s perfect for Kindergarten or Grade 1 … Read more
Ripples of Kindness
The beauty and depth of honesty in this story, Each Kindness, took my breath away. … Read more
Blucy! A Cat With Attitude Plus
I just had the pleasure of reviewing Julia Dweck’s new ebook Blucy (rhymes with Lucy), … Read more
Saturday Sayings
I’m joining up with Tammy, from Forever in First, with her Saturday Sayings. Earlier in … Read more
Back to School Poem: My First Day
Hi Everyone! Every week I introduce a new poem to my class and we read … Read more
Understanding Asperger Syndrome
I just finished reading this amazing book by Jodi Picoult called House Rules. If you … Read more
Canada Day FREEBIES!
Inside: Lots of free classroom ideas for Canada Day, including a “Symbols of Canada” book. … Read more
Scaredy Squirrel Freebie
Scaredy Squirrel, we love you! We’ve spent the last week looking at a variety of … Read more
End-of-the-year Student Goodies
Our school year is almost over so I’ve started thinking about what to send home … Read more
A Salmon for Simon
This beautiful book, A Salmon for Simon, was written over 30 years ago — the … Read more
Plant Diary & Apple Seed Drama Freebies
Do you remember our beanie babies? Sadly, not all of them survived their baggie homes. … Read more
Feeling a Little Antsy: Book Review
My choice for this week’s Perfect Picture Book Friday is a National Geographic KIDS book … Read more