Earth Day is coming up soon! It is celebrated on April 22. Earth Day was started in 1970 by Senator Gaylord Nelson from Wisconsin. Senator Nelson brought his idea of a “teach-in” to Congressman Pete McCloskey (who became his co-chair) […]
5 Last-Minute Leprechaun Pranks for the Elementary Classroom
St. Patrick’s Day is only two days away! St. Patrick’s Day is a fun holiday to celebrate in the lower elementary classroom with the wearing of green and leprechaun hijinks. And just in case you forgot about it, or are […]
8 FREE Valentine’s Day Cards to Give to Students
Valentine’s Day is a little less than one month away! I have always enjoyed the passing out of valentines in the classroom. Don’t you? Each student popping a sweet little card and, sometimes, treat into each others’ cute, decorated mailboxes […]
5 Eggs-cellent Easter Read Alouds
Easter is only a couple weeks away! It’s unbelievable that Easter is on the last day of March this year! I haven’t even worn my green for St. Patrick’s Day yet and I’m thinking about Easter. With thoughts of Easter, […]