Tips, tricks, and resources for first-grade teachers
If you're looking for some low-cost, candy-free valentines to give your students this year, then I've got them for you! Each Valentine tag is super easy to prep — just print, cut, and pair with something fun!
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Valentine's Day is one of my favorite holidays to celebrate in the classroom! It's such a great opportunity to discuss love, kindness, and friendship with our firsties.
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There is SO much fun learning that revolves around the BIG number 100! Here are some of my favorite ways to celebrate this milestone.
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Start the new year with these winter-themed academic activities perfect for early learners returning from break.
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Integrate gingerbread themes into math, literacy, and science instruction for an engaging week of learning!
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7 low-prep stations for your students to rotate through at your class Winter party — fun and easy!
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Engaging, low-prep seasonal learning activities for kindergarten and first grade to keep the learning going through the holiday season.
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Students will get to vote on their favorite class treat while covering elections and graphing — a perfect cross-curricular lesson!
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Looking for alternatives to timed fact tests? Here are engaging ways to build mathematical fluency with your students.
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Turkey-themed academic activities perfect for November instruction that your students will gobble up!
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A structured literacy small group lesson framework with differentiation options for your readers.
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Hands-on, low-prep math practice activities that go beyond your core curriculum to keep firsties engaged.
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Find 12 Easy Halloween Activities for math, reading, writing, or science that are spooky fun!
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Phonics practice strategies using Hand2Mind manipulatives that make decoding hands-on and fun.
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Hands-on literacy activities to supplement your core reading program and reach all learners.
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Practical guidance for planning and conducting parent conferences that feel organized and productive.
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Engaging and hands-on, but also low-prep word work station options your students will love.
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A 1950s sock-hop themed celebration centered on the number 50 — perfect for building number sense!
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All the essential tools and materials I keep in my literacy small group caddy for productive lessons.
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The daily and weekly classroom resources I've identified as absolutely essential for first grade.
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