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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 6, 2023 Top tips for Teaching Assistants Sending a big hello to all of my wonderful Teaching Assistant readers! You are the underrated superheroes of our classrooms, bringing your unique blend of support, guidance, and enthusiasm to our upper elementary and middle school students. Today I’m diving deep into tips for teaching…
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 17, 2023 Thanksgiving STEM Activities for Elementary Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and nothing beats some good Thanksgiving STEM Activities to help engage the kids and calm the chaos that inevitably ensues on the last few days before the holiday break. Today on the blog we share some information on what…