Managing Math Centers

Do you use math centers in your classroom? They can be a lot of extra work unless they are set up correctly and efficiently in your classroom! Keep on reading to find out how I make math centers work in my classroom with a few simple organization strategies!

The Jelly Donut Difference - Virtual Book Tour

How do you use picture books in your classroom? I use them for a variety of reasons, including teaching some important life skills and lessons. Maria Dismondy is an amazing author that writes children's literature that focuses on making a difference in the lives of our students. This includes her newest release, The Jelly Donut Difference. I am participating in a Virtual Book Tour with 27 other bloggers to bring your the very best parts about this book and why you need to add it to your classroom library! 

Having Fun with Figurative Language

Teaching about figurative language can be difficult and boring! Teachers... it doesn't have to be this way! In the past few years I have grown to love teaching about figurative language and poetry. Now I find that my students LOVE learning about all of it too! Keep on reading to see how I make figurative language engaging, hands on and FUN!