Elementary math outside I am so excited to be able to offer you a guest interview all about teaching elementary math outside! Lauren Maclean has taught children outside for several years and has learned the tricks of the trade when it comes to teaching outside, but she has a special place in her heart for […]
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10 Ice and Snow Art Ideas for Elementary Teachers and Homeschool Parents [Ep. 40]Learning about water in winter The winter season is the perfect time to explore frozen water and can inspire some beautiful ice and snow art pieces. This is the only time of year that water can naturally be found in all three states in many parts of the world, so let’s take advantage of the […]
11 Children’s Water Cycle Books for Elementary Teachers and Homeschool Parents [Ep. 39]
Children’s water cycle books Winter is the perfect season to learn about the water cycle and children’s water cycle books can help you introduce the concept to your learners. From clouds, to snowflakes, to ice, to water vapor, winter gives your learners an opportunity to explore water in all three states, providing rich and authentic […]
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6 Activities for Learning About Water in Winter for Teachers and Homeschool Parents [Ep. 38]Learning about water in winter The winter season is the perfect time for learning about water thanks to the low temperatures that often reach freezing. This is the only time that water can naturally be found in all three states. So let’s take advantage of the season by learning about water in winter. In this […]
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6 Valentine’s Day Class Party Ideas Enhanced with Science [Ep. 37]Valentine’s Day class party ideas Valentine’s Day is one of those wonderful memory making opportunities when you get to celebrate with a class party. However, finding Valentine’s Day class party ideas that will keep your students engaged (and not just energetic) can be tricky. Instead of focusing on the lovey side of Valentine’s Day, let’s […]
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Gamifying Learning for Elementary-Aged Children with Allie Elliott [Ep. 36]Gamifying learning I am so excited to be able to offer you a guest interview all about gamifying learning for elementary-aged children! Allie Elliott has taught children outside for several years and has learned the tricks of the trade when it comes to gamifying learning. Her passion definitely shines through in this interview! In this […]
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6 Groundhog’s Day Activities for Elementary Teachers and Homeschool Groups [Ep. 35]Groundhog’s Day activities Groundhog’s Day is an underrated holiday with tremendous potential for both fun and the integration of science curriculum. Not only can you talk about weather forecasting, but you can also discuss shadows, hibernation, and squirrels in engaging and meaningful ways. In this episode, we’ll talk about 6 Groundhog’s activities that are paired […]
9 Winter Picture Books to Help You Introduce Seasonal Signs, Snow, and Animals in Winter [Ep. 34]
Winter Picture Books Winter is here and with it comes a change in weather and fewer hours of daylight. Winter picture books could be just what you need to help introduce your students to the seasonal signs they may see and how plants and animals react to the change in weather and shorter days. In […]
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Ch-Ch-Changes: New Year Newness [Ep. 33]New Year Changes 2025 is just around the corner and with that comes new beginnings. It’s also great to take time to reflect on what’s happened over the last year and what you’re appreciative of. That’s what you’ll find in this episode; me sharing what I’ve learned about this podcast over the last six months, […]
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6 Fun Winter Activities Aligned with K-5 Next Generation Science Standards [Ep. 32]Fun winter activities Learning through play is a powerful way to teach your students. Gamifying your curriculum will help your students experience your content and will help them understand the phenomena in a deeper way and winter is a great time to begin this process. In this episode, we’ll talk about 6 fun winter activities […]
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