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Winter Writing Prompts Easily Provide Grammar Practice
Save time this January with low-prep snowman in winter writing prompts that build grammar, vocabulary, and confidence in first and second grade writers. These tie in easily to your science curriculum whether you are focused on the seasons, weather, or the water cycle.
Sensational Science Books for your First Grade Classroom
Sometimes the smallest changes, like having the right science read aloud books in your 1st grade classroom, can make a huge impact. Build your students’ curiosity and strengthen their understanding of key science concepts simply by adding the right books to your classroom bookshelf. If your students are always asking you
Audiobooks: Powerful Self Care for Teachers, your own Read Alouds
Audiobooks might be the perfect indulgence for you. It’s a great option for self care. As a primary teacher, you spend your days: planning, teaching all the subjects, and keeping everyone focused and happy…while using all of your energy. Counting down to winter break is the light at the end
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“My students loved this project. I used it as a project at the end of our habitat unit. It was special to see the students experience their creativity, while still displaying knowledge of the material we spent so much learning about.”
Habitat Pop-up Craft 2nd Grade Science Activities 7 Diorama Animal Habitats
“This is awesome! My students use this to show a quick formative assessment data point! It was quick and done and the students do not get bored! Thank you so very much for creating this!”
Action Verbs Language Arts Grammar Practice Craft, Worksheets, and Activities
“This book was perfect for my science unit. The information was clear and easy to understand. I loved seeing what kind of tail my students would have and how they would use it. Thanks”
Tails Animal Adaptations and Traits Structures and Functions of Body Parts
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