Lori

Lori

I am Lori Wolfe, the teacher behind Fun to Teach. I live in Ashland, Oregon with my husband Sunny. Oh gosh, my Sunny and I have been married longer than we have not been! I love to garden and play around with mass plantings. Gardening is like teaching and every year I get to recreate my garden just like my classroom! It blows my mind, but I have taught for 23+ years. Time really does fly when you are having fun. When I began teaching I was head over heels with bilingual (English and Spanish) 1st and 2nd grades. I graduated to third grade some years later and finally moved to teaching English to English language learners. That is when I found my true calling! ❤️. The creation of this website and my 2 blogs help me keep my educational practices sharp, my resources fresh and the motivation for teaching, dynamic and FUN! I’m so excited to share my love for teaching, resources, and ideas with you.

Math Strategies to Wrap Up the Year ✅

math Strategies

Are you ready to wrap up the year with some new Math strategies? As we approach the end of another school year, it’s crucial to ensure our young mathematicians leave with a solid grasp of key concepts. To help you…

Most Common Academic Vocabulary Words

Academic Words

We know that teaching academic vocabulary to elementary students is one of the most impactful ways we can support students’  long-term academic success.   As teachers, we understand that words like analyze, compare, and describe—the language of school—don’t always come…

ESL -Teaching Newcomers

ESL Tips

Here comes May! As teachers we know that teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) to newcomers requires lessons at each language domain – speaking, listening, reading, and writing. In this blog post, we’ll explore strategies for teaching ESL newcomers…

How to teach Math May Essentisls

Math

As May approaches, elementary math educators find themselves in a pivotal position to consolidate key mathematical concepts before students progress to the next grade level. With the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) guiding instruction, it’s crucial to leverage the remaining…

Pronouns – How To Teach Reflexive Pronouns

Reflexive Pronouns

As teachers we know that teaching reflexive pronouns is essential for young students to understand as they learn to express actions performed by and on themselves. Here’s a simple guide on how to teach reflexive pronouns to elementary students, including…

💕 Place Value – What Kids Need to Know

Have you ever watched a group of students playing a computer game that featured place value?  If you have… did you notice which students easily played through the levels and who had trouble advancing?  Place Value Task Analysis As a teacher,…

How To Encourage Collaborative Learning

ESL Collaborative Learning

We know that learning is a social process, and collaborative learning provides ELs with the opportunity to practice language. I promote group work so that students can interact with peers, share knowledge, and develop a sense of community. That means…

Boost Math Fluency – Quick and Easy Ways

math games

Looking for ways to boost Math fluency? I think it is essential to help students build confidence and efficiency in problem-solving. Developing fluency doesn’t have to be boring! Here are some quick, engaging, and low-prep strategies I love to strengthen…