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A Creative Goodbye to Subtraction: Transforming Math Lessons with Fun and Engagement

13th Dec 2024

Mathematics can often feel rigid and rule-driven, but what if we could inject fun and creativity into lessons to make them unforgettable? One innovative approach involves holding a "Funeral for Subtra … read more

Enhance Your Classroom and Save: A Guide to the 2024 Educator Expense Deduction

4th Dec 2024

As an educator, your commitment to providing the best for your students often extends beyond your professional duties—frequently, it means investing your personal resources to bridge the gap. Fortunat … read more

Candy Corn Catapults - A fun Fall themed activity for Grades 3-6

5th Nov 2024

Looking for an engaging way to introduce your students to basic physics principles? The Candy Corn Catapult STEM Challenge is a fantastic project that combines engineering, creativity, and competit … read more

Pinecone Turkeys - DIY Step-by-Step Class Project for K-3

5th Nov 2024

Looking for a low-cost, easy Thanksgiving craft for your K-3 classroom? Pinecone turkeys are a fun and simple project that encourages creativity while incorporating natural materials. Plus, they’re bu … read more

Fall Leaf Stamping Art - A Fall Classroom DIY for Grades K-4

5th Nov 2024

Get your young creative students excited about fall with this simple and fun Fall Leaf Stamping Art project! Using real or paper leaves and paint, students will create beautiful leaf stamp designs, … read more

Discovering Brisk Teaching – The Great AI Tool for Educators

29th Oct 2024

As a teacher, I’m always on the lookout for ways to save time and elevate my teaching. Brisk Teaching has quickly become my favorite tool! This Chrome extension integrates directly with Google Docs, p … read more

Mastering Integer Subtraction: Strategies and Tips from Experienced Teachers

28th Oct 2024

Subtracting integers, particularly involving both positive and negative numbers, often presents a stumbling block for students. Recently, a teacher shared her classroom experience, noting her challeng … read more

5 Minute Math Talk: A Simple and Effective Strategy to Boost Student Success

28th Oct 2024

5 Minute Math Talk: A Simple Yet Powerful Strategy to Improve Student PerformanceAre you a math teacher searching for a quick, powerful way to enhance student performance, reduce test anxiety, and min … read more

Classroom Fun: Spooky Mason Jar Lanterns

21st Oct 2024

Students will create Halloween lanterns using mason jars, tissue paper, and LED tea lights. This project encourages creativity and can be used as a fun decoration. Materials (per student): Mason jar … read more

Halloween Fun: DIY Glow-in-the-Dark Slime Monsters

21st Oct 2024

Students will create their own glow-in-the-dark slime and decorate it with googly eyes and other craft materials to make "monsters." This project encourages sensory exploration and creativity while ma … read more

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