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
Hello all! I am so happy to be back. Last time I wrote about how I organize my learning centers. Today, I’m here to talk about the centers that I keep in my back pocket all year long. I don’t use them all the time, but when I need a quick and easy set-up, these … Continue reading 5 Easy Student Learning Centers
It is hard to believe, but it’s already May! Report cards will be due soon, promotion ceremonies must be planned, and end-of-the-year testing is upon us. So what is a teacher supposed to do when the only thing greater than the looming to-do list is the students’ desire to be on summer vacation? Here are … Continue reading Tips for Keeping Students Engaged at the End of the Year
Hello! I’m super excited and honored to be a guest blogger for Teacher Created Resources! My name is Staci and I am the author of a blog called “Let’s Teach Something”. I teach Kindergarten and I do lots of centers in my classroom. I do reading centers in the morning that focus mostly on our … Continue reading Let’s Talk Centers