Imagine for a moment that you are a new second-grade student entering your classroom for the first time. You are excited and nervous as you walk through the doorway. That excitement and nervousness disappears in an instant as you are suddenly overwhelmed with a half-dozen different themes vying for your attention in the classroom. You…
Seasons are changing and you’re tired of looking at the same bulletin board, the same posters. But really, you are tired of looking at the same classroom. To spice things up for you, and especially for your students, check out these twenty exciting decorating themes. These ideas are inspired by real teachers around the world!
Thematic units are perfect for teaching information in fun and exciting ways. While the idea of creating them sounds easy enough, it can take a lot of time to find activities, children’s books, and resources to make a successful unit. Each month, we will be bringing you a theme that you can use in your…