How to Effectively Use Color in the Classroom
If you asked my first year teaching self about the impact of color on my students’ learning, I probably would have given you a generic
Upper Elementary
6 Engaging Fall Activities to Use in Your Classroom
As the crisp air starts to settle in and the leaves begin their colorful transformation, it’s the perfect time to embrace fall in our classroom.
Colorado State History: Authentic Learning By Teaching Timelines
Using timelines to explain Colorado state history is a powerful way to help our students connect the dots between events and see the bigger picture.
Teaching Latitude and Longitude with Games
I always get a kick out of teaching latitude and longitude! It feels like weโre embarking on a treasure hunt every time we use coordinates
9 Engaging Social Studies Activities for Students
Sometimes, I feel like social studies gets an unfair reputation for being boring. So many students think it’s just a class where they’re forced to
Famous People Who Made Colorado What It Is Today
Do you ever find yourself wondering how Colorado came to be? Who were the key players? How did they make it all happen? Whenever I
10 Engaging Activities to Teach Colorado Government to Students
If you know me at all, you know I’m a big fan of my home state, Colorado! I enjoy any chance to bring the rich
Podcast for Teachers: The Teaching Toolbox Podcast
I’m excited to take you on a journey into the world of teacher podcasts. I stumbled upon podcasts quite unexpectedly. You see, I’ve always been
End of Year Celebrations to Engage Your Middle Schoolers
As the end of the year approaches, it is time to start planning some awesome activities to celebrate all our students have accomplished. It’s incredible
Sensational Ideas for Celebrating Pi Day in the Classroom
As Pi Day approaches, the excitement in the air is palpable. There’s something genuinely thrilling about witnessing students of all ages, from the wide-eyed curiosity
Classroom Economy System: How Money Talks in the Classroom
Have you ever felt like getting students excited about meeting expectations is a bit like herding cats? Trust me, I get it. There are many
The Ultimate Guide to Teaching U.S. States and Capitals
We all have that one unit that might not light up our excitement radar when we open our curriculum maps to see what’s next. The
