Teacher, I’m Done What Can I Do?
Teachers know students work at different rates. Some students need the full work period, while others finish early and are ready for the next thing. Without a simple plan, early…
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First Grade
1st grade teaching ideas and resources for math, Guided Math, literacy, writing, and more.
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Phonics Activities for First Grade That Build Strong Readers All Year
If you teach first grade, you know this is the year phonics truly takes off. Students move from short vowel CVC words to silent e patterns, ending digraphs, vowel teams,…
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Math Alphabet Posters for Classroom Decor and Math Vocabulary
Math vocabulary is part of every math lesson, every discussion, and every student explanation. When students understand the words connected to math concepts, they are better able to talk about…
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How to Launch Math Workshop in Your Classroom (Step-by-Step Guide)
How to Launch Math Workshop in Your Classroom Launching math workshop can feel overwhelming. You’re trying to manage small groups, math stations, and independent work all at the same time….
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Math Rotation Slides and Schedules for Small Group Instruction
Creating math rotation slides and schedules for small group instruction can feel overwhelming at first. You are trying to organize math groups, manage student movement, keep centers running, and still…
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Creating Classroom Culture for the New School Year
Both teachers and students experience back-to-school jitters. Thankfully, we can put ourselves and our students at ease by focusing on making an environment where everyone feels cared for and understands…
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Summer Math and Literacy Centers for Kindergarten, First, and Second Grade
When the calendar turns toward summer, I still want student practice to feel purposeful. However, I also know that students are ready for activities that feel fresh, colorful, and a…
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May and June Math and Literacy Practice Pages for End of Year Skill Review
The end of the school year is the perfect time to shift your focus from teaching new content to strengthening what students already know. These May and June math and…
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Spring Addition and Subtraction Within 20 Word Problems and Number Lines
Spring is the perfect time to refresh your math block while reinforcing the skills your students have been building all year. If you are teaching spring addition and subtraction within…
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Hands-On Math Games Using Dollar Tree Materials (K-3)
If you’ve ever walked through Dollar Tree and thought, I could turn this into a math center, you’re absolutely right. With just a few simple materials, you can create hands-on…
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Math Strategy Posters and Slides for K to 5 Classrooms
Math strategy posters and slides give students a clear visual reference for the strategies, models, and math language they use during instruction. Whether students are learning to make ten, draw…
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May and June Math and Literacy Practice Pages for K-2 + Free Sample
May and June Math and Literacy Practice The last weeks of school still need familiar routines, even when the calendar fills with special events. These May and June math and…
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