Zip Lovin’ Next Step? Yeah, I know, I have too many things going on at one time, and they’re all kind of random. So, that’s the best title I could come up with at the moment. I’m just finishing the second week of my summer vacation, and I’ve been so busy I feel like it hasn’t even started yet. I’m trying to ‘take care of business,’ but honestly, fun just keeps getting in the way. I LOVE when that happens. As crazy busy as my boys keep me, I have to say, the little apples don't fall ... VIEW POST
Zip Lovin’ Next Step
10 Engaging Thanksgiving Classroom Activities
Despite the 70 degree weather on November 4th in Northern Michigan, I couldn't help but share with you a few of my classroom favorite Thanksgiving activities. These are the activities that keep them coming back for more. They engage and delight while challenging them and helping them practice and build skills. If you want to check out any other these activities, just click on the pictures or the activity title. Number One: Thanksgiving Yatta!!! Yatta is one of those anchor activities ... VIEW POST
Counting Cup Math Mats
This is going to sound totally weird, but one of the earliest memories I have of a favorite activity when I was little, is sitting at a big table with a jar full of buttons. I would sort them, count them, make them into patterns . . . I literally spent HOURS playing with a jar of buttons. Perhaps that's why I love counting cups for my students. They're simple, engaging and there are so many skills that can be practiced while your students think they are . . . dare I say it . . . ... VIEW POST
Winter Fine Motor Fun
Does it feel like there's never enough time for fine motor practice? Fine Motor Activities can fix that. Engage your kindergarten students with these WINTER-themed, fine motor-focused, fine motor games and activities that explore familiar concepts and offer valuable practice through play for essential skills in both Math and ELA. In this set, 19 activities. Why Fine Motor Fun Games and Activities: ►keeps students engaged in meaningful fine motor activities ►provides hands-on practice ... VIEW POST