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How do you celebrate Pumpkin Week?

It’s tough to cram everything in with Common Core so I do my best to incorporate math, science, social studies, and holidays all in one nice little package.  Pumpkin Week has always been a class favorite, so I do it every year.  I revamp it each year as my kiddos change and standards switch around. […]

Do you use Photo Props in your class?

I’m a fan of makeshift photo booths for any occasion!  I like to think that a a costume or photo props liven any party!  Everyone rolls their eyes when they see the props but once they’re in front of the camera, they have a blast…trust me! Using the Photo Booth app on your Mac is […]

What do you do with those School Teacher Photos you get every year?

I was so excited to get a free packet of school photos during my 1st year of teaching.  Like I did when I was 10, I sent them to all of my relatives.  But then, the 2nd year came around.  Did my family really need another photo of my in a dorky teacher pose?  Probably […]

Have some time away from anything teaching-related… it’s OK!

My students are on my mind almost all of the time.  I can’t go to Target with out scouring the Dollar Bin for potential things I can use in my classroom.  When I’m at the Dollar Store, I grab things I probably don’t need, but know I could work it into my classroom somehow.  My […]

Brain Breaks with Go Noodle {Giveaway}

If you’ve been following any of my social media, you know how much I LOVE Go Noodle.  It’s my most favorite way to use brain breaks because it’s so stinkin’ fun and easy to use!  And the best part, the FREE version is incredible; it’s what I used with my 1/2 combo last year.   […]

So Cal Teacher Meet Ups

When I began this blogging journey, I had no idea about teacher meet ups.  It reminded me a lot of online dating.  You’ve been following these people for months on social media.  You know their dog’s name, what their outfit of the day is, and where they went on vacation.  But when it comes to […]