November is the perfect time to teach your students about being grateful; however, gratefulness is a topic that can and should be taught year round. In this blog, I am

Tired of the same bulletin boards every November?  This year spice things up with some boards that can be used throughout the busy weeks leading up to winter vacation.  Customize

Sometimes our words to a child can make all the difference in their attitude and behavior. As teachers, we know that the old saying that “sticks and stones may break

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, one of the best ways to introduce the meanings and traditions of this amazing holiday is through a good book. Whether taking a trip

  Thanksgiving is a time where we can express our thankfulness and gratitude for all of the things and people we have in our lives. We also recognize and celebrate

  With autumn fast approaching, crafts involving pumpkins are a fun way to get preschoolers engaged in the change of the season. Toddlers will have a blast making and experiencing

Keeping the writing center stocked with fresh ideas and topics can take a lot of time.  Not only do you have to consider your students’ different writing levels and abilities,

Thanksgiving is just around the corner and it is the perfect time to introduce some craft fun into your lessons.  From color words to rhyming words to character education, these

Add some great children’s literature to your Thanksgiving lessons this fall.  The 25 books below are educational and entertaining.  You can extend the reading of the books by discussing genre,

Tickle your students’ funny bones this week with some perfectly timed Thanksgiving jokes.  They are kid-friendly and teacher (and mom!) approved.  Do you have a favorite Thanksgiving joke that you