Sometimes we just need to have fun with our students and what better way than with simple classroom games? Having fun is important for many reasons some of which include: it builds community, it's a stress reliever, it fosters respect for the teacher (students are much more likely to want to please a teacher they like). Below you'll find a round up of my favorite simple games to play with students any time of the year! Questions This game is so simple and super entertaining. … [Read more...] about 5 Super Fun, Simple Games to Play with Your Class…Whenever!
End of the Year
Encyclopedia Memoirs: The Best Way to End a School Year!
The end of the school year can be chaotic, so keeping students engaged and having fun is incredibly important. I have used the project detailed here every year I've taught and it never fails to keep students loving their school work and writing until the very end. Below you'll find the steps to get this project rolling. If you want to make your lesson plan easier you can purchase the Encyclopedia Memoir Project here. 1. Activate Prior Knowledge Explain that it is fun to get … [Read more...] about Encyclopedia Memoirs: The Best Way to End a School Year!