As a kid I remember shopping for tear-out Valentine Cards with silly sayings, then writing the names for my entire class on them. At school we would decorate little shoeboxes for our peers to deposit our cards on. The day was filled with exchanging cards, endless heart shaped candies with words like, “Be Mine” and teasing & speculating over who liked who. Ever wonder where these Valentines traditions came from? I did too!
I have to be honest, I’m really hoping that Punxsutawney Phil does not see his shadow this year! I love warm weather and I’m already ready for some sunny days and gardening.
I created this Groundhog Day Unit as a fun way for students to learn some facts about groundhogs and make an enjoyable craft at the same time. I almost squealed with delight the first time I had the groundhog pop in and back out of his burrow with the craft stick.
I absolutely love the quote by Dr. King where he says “…they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.” Based on this quote this fun craft will help students explore different attributes that make up good character, discussing why it’s important not to judge others on their outside appearance.
Thanks so much 3AM Teacher for sharing this adorable picture!
We are recouping from a fun-filled Holiday weekend with amazing food, family chats, nature hikes and late night hang-outs. Mmmmmm good!
I’m excited to gear up for tomorrow’s huge TPT CYBER sale (Dec 1 & 2)! WAHOO!! My store is going to be on sale along with many other great sellers. Be sure to use the code: TPTCYBER at checkout for an additional 10% off the already reduced prices.
What you dwell on is expanded in your experience. Daily pauses for gratefulness have paid dividends in my life! How can you teach thankfulness to your children and students? Continue reading as I share my own experience with harnessing thanksgiving and some fun activities to teach your kids too.
As a child I loved to role play. As we learned about settlers, explorers and Native Americans, after school I would play out these historical events being sure to give my 4 brothers and neighbors roles and duties (of course! I was born to boss lead teach). We traveled the plains, fought with enemies, and sailed the rough seas using cardboard boxes and dirt mounds as our props.
Where were you on that day…? I remember it like it was yesterday! I was in college and had gone to the campus cafe between classes. I walked in to see everyone staring up at the televisions from their booths. I made some silly remark to a friend sitting there like, “You should see yourselves, you’re all just staring up with your jaws open like this,” and then proceeded to open my mouth and stare blankly.
It’s that time again for the TpT Back to School Sale. My entire store will be 20% off AND you can save an additional 10% using the TpT code BTS14 at checkout.
My wish list and cart are full to overflowing…I am a clip art addict 🙂
This isn’t even the half of it! I’m going to have a hard time sorting and deciding on my final purchases today.
I have been working on updating and adding some new classroom decor bundles to my store. I just finished this nautical nameplates set just in time for the SALE! They have editable fields for the name section. I LOVE THESE!!!
I also LOVE my newest theme bundle “Paisley Birds Theme Classroom Decor”. This set has everything you need to set up your classroom at the beginning of the year from Paisley Name Tags and Calendar sets to Job Charts and Welcome Banners!
Plus so much more!!
Happy Back-to-School Shopping!
St. Patrick’s Day is almost here! I’ve whipped up a fun craftivity packet full of green day goodies. You can use all the mini-books and printables or pick and choose the ones that fit your needs. Inside you’ll find:
Inside you’ll find:
-”The Legend of Saint Patrick” Mini-Book (includes religious aspects of his life)
-”All About St. Patrick’s Day” Mini-Book
– St. Patrick’s Day ABC Order
– All About Ireland Facts Poster Activity
– Traditional Irish Sayings-Poster
– St. Patrick’s Day Vocabulary Words (for word wall or similar)
-”All About Saint Patrick” Brainstorm Web
-”All About St. Patrick’s Day” Brainstorm Web
-”All About Saint Patrick” Writing Page
-”All About St. Patrick’s Day” Writing Page
-St. Patrick’s Day Craftivity {Templates and Instructions}
Today is the last day of the 3 Million Strong TpT Sale too! So, jet on over and get up to 28% off through midnight tonight.
I cannot believe that Presidents’ Day is just around the corner. Time seems to fly after that all of the way through summer!