Don't Be a Turkey!

Second graders are expected to add and subtract within 20 fluently.  This is no easy task, but this game hel…

A Couple of Deals for Veterans Day

Halloween is over; we have Veterans Day in less than a week!  I've rounded up a couple of fun deals to…

Seven Ways to Brain Fitness for Kids!

The brain is the most important organ in the body, isn't it? I've been fascinated by the brain.  …

Opinion Writing Organization

Kids have opinions, and they're actually pretty good at sharing these opinions, giving reasons for thei…

Golfing for Tens

T hursday, I had three doctor's appointments—not one, not two, but three. (I'm fine; I just happened …

Sentences, With a Halloween Twist

My students have been learning the four kinds of sentences.  They're getting pretty good at nami…