Testing is no fun, but test prep can be loads of fun! These math test prep activities are easy to prep and will have your students begging for more review time. Math Test Prep Centers Center rotations are a great way to review multiple skills and keep students engaged. When testing season rolls around, I replace my usual centers with ... Continue Reading
Fun Reading Test Prep Activities
There are not many phrases that give a teacher more anxiety than "test prep." I hate being the bearer of bad news, but test prep season is upon us. Making test prep fun and meaningful can be a challenge. But you have me, and I take care of you! I have collected some reading test prep activities that your students will enjoy! I dare say that you ... Continue Reading
Valentine’s Day Activities for the Classroom
What kinds of Valentine's Day activities will you be doing in the classroom this year? I am always looking for new and creative ideas that will interest my students. They have to be super simple to prep and I love mixing in those important academic skills. I went on a search for fun ideas for Valentine's Day. My teacher Facebook groups did not ... Continue Reading
3 Ways to Save Time When Lesson Planning
Lesson planning is a necessary evil of teaching. Teachers spend hours every week typing and writing out the perfect lesson plans. But what if it didn't have to take that long? What if you could do all of your planning in half the time that it currently takes you? I am a 90s child. I wore neon socks, teased my bangs with tons of hairspray, and ... Continue Reading
Super Bowl Party in the Classroom
One of my favorite days as a teacher was the time I threw a Super Bowl party in the classroom! I am not a huge football fan or anything. I usually don't even know which teams are playing! So why throw a Super Bowl party in the classroom? Simple! My students were excited about the big game and I wanted to use that excitement while reviewing ... Continue Reading
