Most students dread tests, but they love review games for tests! End of the year testing can be stressful for kids (AND ADULTS!). Review games have a way of easing the stress and anxiety of an upcoming test! They help students feel more prepared and ... Read More about Are You Using These 5 Review Games for Tests?
5 Engaging Video Clips to Introduce Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning
Have you ever asked your students to explain what they learned in a lab activity or after reading an informational text and gotten a one word answer? Even worse, maybe a shoulder shrug? I’ve been there! Teaching writing is a daunting task no matter what subject you are ... Read More about 5 Engaging Video Clips to Introduce Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning
10 No-Fail Time Fillers for Middle School Classrooms
These ten no-fail time fillers for middle school will help you to build relationships with your students and make the most of extra time in the classroom! Do you ever find yourself with ten extra minutes at the end of a class? I know it’s rare, but it happens! Time fillers for middle ... Read More about 10 No-Fail Time Fillers for Middle School Classrooms
5 Virtual Moon Phase Activities Your Students Will Love
Online teaching is not for the faint of heart! It is difficult enough to keep the attention of upper elementary and middle school students in the classroom, much less online! These virtual moon phase activities are a great way to add more engagement into your lessons! If you are a teaching ... Read More about 5 Virtual Moon Phase Activities Your Students Will Love
6 Proven Moon Phase Activities to Engage your Students
You're going to love these moon phase activities for upper elementary and middle school! By the time students get to sixth grade, they have been exposed to the phases of the moon, but often lack a real understanding of WHY and HOW the moon goes through phases. Here are a few of ... Read More about 6 Proven Moon Phase Activities to Engage your Students