Some years ago, I (Joyce) started the New Year in my classroom with a unit on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as I did every year. I taught my first graders the Freedom, Freedom song, along with a complete unit of activities on the life of Dr. King. See link below. Throughout January, we sang that song when…
It’s cold, and snow days are on the horizon! I love using January as a reset on routines and expectations. I keep my routines the same with no big changes. Students know expectations, but often need a little refresher when returning from Winter Break. Something else I prioritize to start the New Year off right…
You’ve almost made it to winter break! I feel like December is the month that truly flies by, but also drags on at the same time. There is so much to do, but that much-needed break is so close. If you read our Fall Planning Series, you know I love a good theme. December is…
Cozy November is here! In my opinion, November is tough because there are days off of school left and right. We all love a day off, but it does make it hard to get things done! Veterans Day, Kindness Day, and Thanksgiving, phew! In this post, I’ll show you how I continue my routines while…
The leaves are changing, routines are settling in, and now holiday season is here. Great, right? Riiiiight. We all know that holiday season brings out those holiday jitters in our students! As I mentioned in my September Planning post, I love a good routine. Personally, if I stick to my routines that I set up…
Trying to balance the content you have to teach, the things you want to teach, and also sprinkle in some fun? Sounds exhausting. We want to give you ideas for activities that are fun, fresh, and all things fall! I’m a sucker for themes and have just the right ideas for you to keep your…
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