Are you looking for fun ways to review grammar in the classroom? Well, look no further. Our brand new FREE Grammar Games have everything you need to review grammar in grades 2-5. You know kids need lots of practice with grammar skills. But grammar isn’t always a ton of fun. That’s why I love to use games to help reinforce important skills. ... Continue Reading
A Simple Valentine’s Day Party Theme for Your Classroom
It’s time to start planning your Valentine’s Day celebration. I know that on the heels of holiday parties it can feel like a lot to gear up for another holiday so soon. So, today I’m sharing a simple Valentine’s Day party idea for your classroom. You can thank me later. Elementary students (and their parents) love Valentine’s Day. So it’s fun to ... Continue Reading
How to Manage Student Behavior During Writing Workshop
One of the biggest objections teachers have to writing workshop is that it’s too chaotic. It’s noisy. Kids don’t want to write. There are tons of disruptions. And things can quickly get completely out of control. So I thought it might be helpful to share some simple tips to manage student behavior during writing workshop. The new year is a great ... Continue Reading
3 Things You Don’t Have to Grade
Today’s post is a good one! We are talking about things you don’t have to grade. #yourewelcome Many teachers in my Facebook groups say grading is their least favorite part of teaching. And I get it. I didn’t like grading either. Mostly because it takes so darn long. And grading twenty-four of the same papers can make your eyes go ... Continue Reading
Celebrating 10 Years with the Top 10 Not So Wimpy Teacher Resources
It’s our birthday! Not So Wimpy Teacher is 10 years old! It’s hard to believe. I started this business to make a little extra money for my classroom, and I do mean a little. My goal was to make an extra $20 a month so I could buy books and other TPT resources for my students. Want to see what my very first teacher resource looked ... Continue Reading
Make Time to Teach Grammar in the New Year
Finding time to teach all the subjects you need to teach can be tough. You’ve got math, science, social studies, and ELA. And within ELA you’ve got to teach reading, writing, spelling, vocabulary, and grammar. With all that on your plate, it can be easy to let your least favorite subject slide. And for many teachers, that means grammar lessons get ... Continue Reading
Four Math Centers You Need and Four You Don’t
Math centers are the number one way to make your math block more engaging and effective. The right math centers help keep kids focused on learning and give you time to meet with small groups to offer differentiated instruction. But not all math centers are created equal. Today I’m sharing four math centers you need and four that you definitely ... Continue Reading
A Teacher’s Holiday Wish List
Remember how much fun it was to make your Christmas list each year? A Barbie Dreamhouse, a pony, a new bike, and an electric guitar! Nothing was too extreme for the holiday wish list. Today’s lists might look a little different, but they are no less outrageous. iPhones are one of the most popular wish list items this year (with many kids ... Continue Reading
Holiday Books and Movies Your Students Will Love
I love reading books with my students. And holiday books are some of my favorites. They are the perfect way to enjoy the season while still keeping the focus on academic skills. Your students will just think you are celebrating the holidays, but there are so many opportunities in these favorite holiday books to squeeze in important reading ... Continue Reading
Simple Holiday Activities for the Classroom: Project Based Learning and Party Ideas
I’m back with another AMAZING holiday party theme this week. This Christmas Tree Farm classroom party theme is full of simple holiday activities to use with your students. It has everything you need for an educational and exciting week before Christmas. It all starts with my Christmas Tree Farm Activities for Math, Reading, and Writing. ... Continue Reading
Free Poetry Writing Unit for grades 2-5!