Category Archives: HOLIDAYS AND SEASONAL

✨ Making the Most of Sweet Reads + Skills Packs in Your Classroom

If you’ve downloaded your free mini pack (Missing Monarch) or purchased a full Sweet Reads + Skills unit, you might be wondering:“How do I actually use this during my busy week?”Great question! These packs were created to be flexible and practical—no fluff, just meaningful literacy work. Let’s break down a few easy ways to integrate them into yourContinue reading “✨ Making the Most of Sweet Reads + Skills Packs in Your Classroom”

📚 What Are Sweet Reads + Skills Packs? A Peek Inside!

🌸 The Week Everything Felt Off I’ve always loved teaching my ELA block in a way that feels cohesive and connected—where the reading, vocabulary, grammar, and writing all build on each other like puzzle pieces. But one week, I just didn’t have the time. I stayed up late pulling together a mix of passages, grammar reviews,Continue reading “📚 What Are Sweet Reads + Skills Packs? A Peek Inside!”

10 Ways to Prevent the Summer Slump

The summer slump refers to learning regression that happens in the summer when kids aren’t actively learning. I provide 10 ways for parents to help encourage and support their child’s reading habits to prevent that reading regression.I also provide a free summer bucket list that provides diverse experiences to build up background knowledge, which will help with reading comprehension.

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month: Watercress and Other Read Alouds

May is Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, and it’s an excellent opportunity to celebrate the contributions and experiences of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in our classroom. As educators, it’s essential to help our students understand the diversity and richness of different cultures, and one way to do that is through literature. One particularly fittingContinue reading “Asian Pacific American Heritage Month: Watercress and Other Read Alouds”

Fun and Creative End of Year Awards for Celebrating Elementary Students Success

In this article, I will discuss the benefits of end-of-the-year awards for students, types of year-end student awards, and ideas for end-of the-year celebrations.

Marching into Learning: Fun and Engaging Lesson Ideas for Elementary Educators!

As an elementary educator, teaching in March can be both exciting and challenging. With spring break on the horizon, students may be more eager to spend time outside or daydreaming about upcoming vacations. However, March also presents opportunities to explore important themes like Women’s History Month, National Nutrition Month, and Read Across America Day. ByContinue reading “Marching into Learning: Fun and Engaging Lesson Ideas for Elementary Educators!”

Engage Your Students with Fun and Educational Activities: How to Catch a Leprechaun Book Companion

Are you looking for an exciting and educational way to engage your students during reading time? Look no further than my book companion for the read-aloud book “How to Catch a Leprechaun.” This fun and engaging activity pack is designed to help children develop important skills while enjoying a beloved tale of trickery and adventure.Continue reading “Engage Your Students with Fun and Educational Activities: How to Catch a Leprechaun Book Companion”