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By MARISSA DESPINS Updated March 22, 2024 First Week of School Activities for your Classroom The first week back to school is an important and exciting time. As teachers, we know it is crucial for setting the tone for the year ahead, building relationships, and establishing classroom routines. It is the perfect time to foster a sense…
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated Dec 18, 2023 Why Choose Thoughtful Stocking Stuffers for Teachers Hey there, fellow educators! As the holiday season approaches, let’s think about those special tokens of appreciation that can brighten any teacher’s day. We all know that teaching is more than a job; it’s a labor of love. So, let’s explore some stocking…
By Marissa Despins, Ronnie Eyre, Carla Fedler, Amber Dial, Tiffany Schmidt, Vanessa Mejia, Tammy DeShaw, Mandy Neal, and Chrissy Beltran – Updated Dec 18, 2023 Creative teaching ideas for January January is a fresh start. With that comes the perfect opportunity to refocus your teaching and brainstorm ideas to keep your students engaged. In this blog post, I have teamed up with some…
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated Dec 1, 2023 Engaging Grades 3-5 Students with Christmas STEM Activities As the holiday season approaches, educators often find themselves looking for creative ways to keep students engaged while still incorporating educational elements into the festive atmosphere. One effective approach is to integrate STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) challenges into the curriculum….
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated Oct 10, 2023 Halloween math worksheets For elementary As an elementary teacher, I’ve always believed in the power of engaging and fun activities to keep my students excited about math. And what better time to infuse some excitement into the classroom than during the spooktacular month of October? Halloween math worksheets can be…
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated Oct 6, 2023 Halloween STEM Activities for Elementary Looking for ways to engage your learners this October? STEM activities hold a unique allure for students, making them an ideal choice for classroom activities leading up to Halloween. Halloween STEM activities are inherently hands-on and interactive, tapping into students’ natural curiosity and desire to…