I am going to be real for this distance learning post! People have asked me this question or variations on it a few times recently – “Now that you have been distance learning, do you feel prepared to remote teach in the fall if this happens again or if you don’t go back?” How can…
As all parents and teachers have seen over the past few weeks and months, keeping kids entertained and learning isn’t easy! One idea? Using Table Trash Cans to create easy, engaging, and educational games and activities. Set up these activities and games in an area that is safe and free of anything that could break…
The school year – and therefore, our first foray into distance learning – is coming to a close for many of us teachers. Some of us have a few days left of the school year and some of us don’t mark the end of the year until late June. Although many of us don’t yet…
First, what is a readers’ theater? A readers’ theater is basically a script like actors use, except when used for children, the scripts are colorful and include pictures. Each reader or character is listed at the beginning of the script. Sometimes, there will be a narrator along with characters. But, unlike actors, when readers perform…
Now that we’ve been stuck at home for a few weeks, you’re probably running low on fun activities to do with your children or students. There are a ton of fun and free educational activities that you can do with a regular deck of playing cards. Below you will find five free math activities to…
Teaching is a team effort. It takes a village. This holds true in the brick-and-mortar school environment and in distance learning. The better the relationship you have with your students and their families, the more successful you will be. That’s why this Teacher Appreciation Week, it’s important to recognize teachers and the families of our…