“Samuel has 786 loaves of bread and 549 tomatoes…” “Uhm… Mrs. Aguilu, why would anyone have 786 loaves of bread?” We’ve all been there. Your students are working on math problem and come across the most unrealistic scenario ever. We all know Samuel does NOT have that much bread. As teachers, we want to prepare…
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How to Use Data Notebooks in the Classroom
“Data Notebooks for elementary students? How in the world do you find time to fit data tracking into your schedule?” I get this question quite often! I completely understand where it’s coming from. As educators, the last thing we want is anything or anyone robbing us from our precious instructional time. The thought of adding…
How to Plan a Classroom Transformation
A Step-By-Step Guide to Planning Your First Classroom Transformation! Classroom transformations are a fun and creative way to get students engaged in their learning. You can set an exciting learning environment for your students with the use of fun props and themed-decorations. Your kiddos feel like they are walking into a magical new place the…