Voting is an important part of being an American. It is a both a right and a privilege to vote for elected officials who will determine the policies and speak up for what we believe in. Every fall I like to do a mini-unit on elections to walk my students through the importance of voting and a ... Read More about Voting Activities for the Elementary Classroom
Spreading Kindness in Your Classroom & School
I read a quote once that said, "Being rude is easy. It does not take any effort and is a sign of weakness and insecurity. Kindness shows great self-discipline and strong self-esteem. Being kind is not always easy when dealing with rude people. Kindness is a sign of strength.” (author ... Read More about Spreading Kindness in Your Classroom & School
Ideas for Teaching About September 11th {Upper Elementary}
On September 11, 2001 the world changed forever. The country came together in the face of terrorism and tragedy. It is an important day in history that your students need to learn about. I wanted to teach my students about this significant day in an age-appropriate way. Each year I did a ... Read More about Ideas for Teaching About September 11th {Upper Elementary}
10 Ways to Prepare Your Child for Kindergarten
The time has finally come – the enrollment forms have been filled out, the school supply lists have arrived, and the start date is marked on the calendar: your child is going to Kindergarten! You are probably experiencing all kinds of emotions: excitement, nervousness, eagerness, and anxiety. You ... Read More about 10 Ways to Prepare Your Child for Kindergarten
God Gave Us Summer {FREE Activity for Preschoolers}
It may not be technically summer on the calendar, but it definitely feels like it here in North Carolina. We've already had temps in the 90s and we took our first beach trip of the season this weekend. After a fun afternoon spent splashing in our pool, my five-year-old loudly exclaimed, "Besides ... Read More about God Gave Us Summer {FREE Activity for Preschoolers}
Book Review: Risen Motherhood
I recently finished reading Risen Motherhood by Emily Jensen and Laura Wifler. The book was thought-provoking and challenging as it applied the Gospel to everyday moments in motherhood. Risen Motherhood seeks to bridge the gap between the "Sunday-morning faith and our Monday-morning mom life" (p. ... Read More about Book Review: Risen Motherhood
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