Category: Centers & Small Groups

Classroom centers for upper elementary teachers

Utilizing Classroom Centers in 5 Powerful Ways

Classroom centers are the hub of learning when it comes to elementary school. They provide fresh ways to spice up the classroom and make learning an adventure. Whether you’re a seasoned teacher looking for new ideas, or a newbie about to enter the world of teaching, these center ideas are

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15 creative ideas for notebooks

15 Creative Ideas for Notebooks in Upper Elementary Classrooms

Are you an upper elementary teacher looking to engage your students in fun and educational activities? Notebooks are a fantastic tool to promote organization, critical thinking, and creativity in the classroom. In this blog post, we’ll explore 15 creative ideas for notebooks that are perfect for third through fifth-grade students.

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fun thought-provoking questions to ask students

33 Fun Thought-Provoking Questions to Use with Students

Conversations are a fantastic way to get to know your students. Sure, the daily academic tasks are important, but students thrive on becoming part of a community! Having meaningful conversations with their peers and teachers makes them incredibly happy. How do you start those important conversations, though? Use fun thought-provoking

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Review games for upper elementary

11 Fun Review Games for Upper Elementary

I want you to picture this. The spring weather is here, and kids just want to be outside. When they’re in the classroom, they’re squirrely and need extra motivation to stay on task. How do you keep their attention so they can review important concepts without boring them? The answer:

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