Ever wondered what it’s like to be an astronaut trying to do simple tasks in space? Spoiler alert: it’s not easy! My 3rd graders got a taste of the challenge today in a super fun, hands-on activity that had them cracking up, problem-solving, and gaining a whole new appreciation for spacewalks. ...
Coffee Filter Solar System Craft – Fun & Easy Space Activity for Kids
Space is huge. Like, really huge. But when you’re trying to teach kids about the vastness of the solar system, sometimes you have to take a few creative liberties. Whether you’re a teacher, homeschooler, parent, or daycare provider, you’ve probably seen how excited kids get when they start learning ...
DIY Constellation Project for Kids – Great for Science, Reading, or Homeschool
Have you ever noticed how kids get extra excited about learning when it ties into real-world events? With all the amazing space happenings right now, I knew this was the perfect time to bring the stars into my classroom—literally!My third graders have been immersed in outer space, reading books, ...
March Madness Meets Classroom Behavior: A Slam Dunk for Positive Reinforcement
March is here, and if you teach kids who have been cooped up all winter, you know exactly what that means—spring fever is real. My third graders have officially entered the "we-have-so-much-energy-we-might-explode" phase, and honestly, I get it. We’ve spent months bundled up in Wisconsin winter, and ...
Shifting Our Language to Support ADHD Brains
I have been guilty of SO MANY of these phrases! Just read ADHD is Awesome by Penn & Kim Holderness and he devoted an entire chapter about how often people unintentionally cause shame to those with ADHD. Gulp! My husband, son, various other family members, and students have ADHD and I need to be ...
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