Teacher Resources

Common Core State Standards: Accessible Correlations and Free Checklists

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This past year I have been involved in correlating some of our existing series to the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). So far, we’ve correlated more than 100 titles, including all of our Daily Warm-Ups books. You can see which series have been correlated by going here: www.teachercreated.com/standards/. In addition, all of our new books … Continue reading Common Core State Standards: Accessible Correlations and Free Checklists »

Miscellaneous

3 Fun Fourth of July Activities for Kids!

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Looking for a festive way to spend time with the kids this 4th of July while sneaking in school skills for summer?  Check out these fun, educational activities that will keep the whole family laughing and learning together this independence day! Note: All activities can be modified for different age groups.  I worked with a … Continue reading 3 Fun Fourth of July Activities for Kids! »

Teacher Resources, Teaching Tips

Tips for Keeping Students Engaged at the End of the Year

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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 … Continue reading Tips for Keeping Students Engaged at the End of the Year »

Miscellaneous

Thoughts from CUE 2013—What’s New in Technology for the Classroom?

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What’s new in technology for the classroom?  How does one find apps?  What is blended learning?  If you are actually looking for the answers to these questions, then you need to have attended the CUE conference last week.  The CUE Conference is the Computer- Using Educator’s yearly event held in Palm Springs, California.  There were … Continue reading Thoughts from CUE 2013—What’s New in Technology for the Classroom? »