Celebrate History Months with This No-Prep Research Project
I used to find History months stressful. I felt like I needed to know a lot about the topic to do it justice. Over the years, more history months have been added and of course,...
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Hi, I’m Laura. I am an elementary teacher and a teacher-author on TpT. I have had the incredible opportunity to teach in several elementary schools, and across all grades in one aspect or another –...
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36 Historical Figure Extension Activities Your Students Will LOVE
Creative Extensions Critical Thinking Activities Discussion & Inquiry Research Extensions Cross-Curricular Activities Social-Emotional Learning Connections Technology Activities Community Connections If you’re looking for a simple research project template to initiate one of these ideas, click...
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5 Halloween Activities for Elementary Students That Meet Curriculum Expectations
We all want to make Halloween fun for students. But how do we do that without losing precious classroom learning time? Choosing the right activities are key. Halloween is our hook. Students are already engaged...
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FULL YEAR Ontario Social Studies Elementary Resources
Imagine starting the year knowing that your social studies is planned for the year? I know that makes me breathe easier. Being an elementary teacher requires A LOT of planning. We teach so many subjects...
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An Easy Way to Teach Canada’s Provinces & Territories (Engaging & Low Prep)
I will never forget the project I did on British Columbia in grade school. I couldn’t wait to visit the province, and particularly to see the parliament buildings in Victoria, all lit up at night....
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Book vs. Movie for Middle School: A Media Literacy & ELA Power Combo
I wish every parent would encourage their child to read the book before seeing the movie. Better yet—read it together, then make the movie night a special event. I’ll never forget the magical world I...
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Building Relationships with Parents
When I first started teaching, I was surprised by how many teachers were nervous about communicating with parents. A few avoided it at all costs. Before becoming a teacher, I supported preschoolers with special needs,...
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5 Ways to Bring Summer Enrichment into your Child’s Routine
Every summer, my mom bought me a workbook with various academic activities presented in a colourful book. There were even stickers to track my progress. I was excited to get my new workbook and complete...
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10 Earth Day Ideas Students Will Love!
Every year we celebrate Earth Day on April 22nd with the goal of teaching our students to care for our planet. Here are 10 ideas on how you can get involved on Earth Day with...
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Use the Re-Set Method for Negative Behaviour
Do you ever find that you get into a rut with a student or class where the same negative behaviour keeps getting repeated? I remember having a student who would sulk every time I asked...
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