Sensory bins are such an important part of any early childhood classroom. Sensory play is so beneficial for our students. Plus sensory bins allow for some fine motor skills practice…
Math
Math should be hands-on and we’re always looking for ways to make our hands-on math lessons fun and novel. Why not use toys to practice addition and subtraction? We all…
Subtraction can be a difficult concept for kids to grasp. The best way for kids to learn challenging math concepts is through hands-on, interactive lessons and games. Get off my…
This hands-on addition activity is an easy to make and highly engaging way for students to practice addition. It is FREE, hands-on, and easily differentiated. And really FUN!…
So you have your center management system in place. It’s March & you’re ready to change centers but what activities do you put in your tubs/bins/centers? This post shows you…
Valentine’s Day or better known as V Day.  Do you survive?  Are your kids CRAZY?!  Do you get tons of hugs?  I don’t like this holiday at all but I…
The 100th Day Of School is always a highlight of our year! That day is a milestone for us because we’ve been learning and laughing for 100 days! In our…
Do you have a light box or light table in your classroom? These are great for sensory learning and the great thing is that you don’t have to spend a…
One of the best ways to introduce a new math concept or math skill is by using books. Math read-alouds are a visual way to show math concepts and the…
What is the one question I get asked more than any other? How do you set up centers for kindergarten? Â (or any grade!) Â In particular math and literacy centers. Â It…