Presidents’ Day is coming up and we’re getting ready by doing some great Presidents’ Day projects in the classroom. Try out this Putting Together Abraham Lincoln project for kindergarten through 3rd grade students. We created mini books in the shape of President, Abraham Lincoln’s face. How fun is that? We paired history with this fun … Continue reading President’s Day Project: Putting Together Abraham Lincoln
I think meaningful assessments can come in many shapes and sizes. However, to be thoroughly engaging and to draw the best work out of the students, assessments should be aligned with real-world skills. When I think about my own definition of a “Meaningful Assessment,†I think the test must meet certain requirements. The assessment must … Continue reading Making Assessments Meaningful for Students
Love is in the air! The inspiration for this Assorted Sweeties Valentine’s Day bulletin board came from page 39 in TCR’s book-Seasonal Activities: Winter. To create this Valentine’s Day project, you should start by having the students create their own “sweeties” to fill a big heart shaped box on a bulletin board. Students will gain fine-motor … Continue reading Valentine’s Day Classroom Project: Assorted Sweeties
The Olympics has a rich history in ancient Greece and is a fun and interesting topic to discuss in the classroom. This momentous occasion can create learning opportunities about history, culture, sports, healthy competition and personal achievement. Here are some fun facts to share with your students: The first Olympic Games were held in Olympia, … Continue reading 10 Fun Facts about the Olympic Games & Free Lesson