Many times parents ask us for ideas of things they can do at home with their children during the summer, but lose the list as summer sets in. Mailing them a checklist of summer activities connects you with them. Mailing off…
Building a strong foundation when teaching number sense is essential for young learners in kindergarten and 1st grade as they begin their mathematical journey. Number sense encompasses a range of skills, from counting and recognizing numbers to understanding basic addition…
During the summer break, it’s fantastic for ESL kids who are learning English to keep practicing their language skills while having fun. I’ve put together some cool summer ESL activities for them to do every day that will help them…
End-of-year Math review time is here! As we soak in the sunshine and feel the excitement of summer break approaching, there’s one important task left on our agenda – mastering the art of review. As teachers we know the drill…
Let's teach about Memorial Day!
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…
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…
Can you believe May is approaching already? Get ready to review essential math objectives! We have a great opportunity to help students strengthen key math skills before they move on to the next grade level. These last few weeks of…
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…
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…