Science was, hands down, a favorite time in my class for all of my students year after year! We were not only able to explore fun topics, but we were able to get our hands dirty and carry the topic throughout the day as we learned reading and writing skills…
There are two times of the year that I would find myself sitting and reflecting on my classroom atmosphere more than any other time — the beginning of the year and the end of the year. Year after year, a goal of mine was to do more celebrating of character in my classroom. At the end of the day, I knew that sending my students out as little people who display quality character was…
The temperatures have tipped 55° fahrenheit here in New England and it’s feeling positively balmy. The birds are singing, the trees are budding, and we have 11 Milestone Teachers who…
Presidents’ Day is the perfect opportunity to explore the great legacies of George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and other presidential leaders. Here are some special lessons, assignments, and activities to share…