Fostering classroom community is an important aspect of any successful classroom. Creating an environment where students feel valued, respect each other, resolve conflict, and work together as a team benefits everyone. Building relationships with our students, between students, and with their … [Read more...] about Classroom Community for Upper Elementary
Helping Others
Community Service for Kids in the Classroom
Teachers, I promise this is easier, cleaner, and more impactful than you’re imagining. Hear me out. Last year we wanted to provide hands-on community service-based classroom activities....the students are still talking about how awesome it was. If you’re looking for winter activities and community … [Read more...] about Community Service for Kids in the Classroom
Random Acts of Kindness -Secret Agent Style!
M I S S I O N P O S S I B L E What better time to post about spreading kindness and love than Valentines! This random acts of kindness activity is a HUGE hit in my room every year. It transforms students into secret agents (of kindness)! Students watch this phenomenal video about … [Read more...] about Random Acts of Kindness -Secret Agent Style!