Collaboration Station Book for Classroom Teamwork - Life Between Summers
A read-aloud book such as Our Class is a family is an amazing way to build a positive, safe, and supportive community in your classroom!| Life Between Summers
All 5 books by Shannon Olsen, and activities to go with each. Use them for building classroom community and positive relationships at the elementary school level. The post 5 Best Books and Activities for Building Classroom Community appeared first on Life Between Summers.| Life Between Summers
Student collaboration is undoubtedly beneficial. It enhances academic learning, and helps students develop essential social skills. But before having students jump right into partner work and small group activities, it’s definitely worthwhile to first set a strong foundation for collaborative learning. It helps to give clear guidelines and behavior expectations, and also to get students […] The post Collaboration Station Book Companions for Partner Work and Small Group Activities appeared...| Life Between Summers
A read-aloud book such as Our Class is a family is an amazing way to build a positive, safe, and supportive community in your classroom!| Life Between Summers
March is a magical month full of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations with pots of gold, leprechauns, and of course, rainbows! The seven rainbow colors symbolize hope and luck– perfect for this special holiday. Use these seven engaging and educational rainbow-themed St. Patrick’s Day ideas to help you celebrate a memorable month with your class family! […] The post 7 Rainbow-Themed St. Patrick’s Day Ideas to Celebrate with Your Elementary Class in March appeared first on Life Between Summ...| Life Between Summers
While any month of the school year is a good time for teamwork and collaborative learning, there are many ways to incorporate it in February in particular! Especially with the themes of caring and love that come with Valentine’s Day. Use these 6 ideas to boost student collaboration in the classroom this month! 6 Ways […] The post 6 Ways to Boost Student Collaboration in the Classroom in February appeared first on Life Between Summers.| Life Between Summers
Call and responses are a powerful (and fun!) classroom management strategy to use with your elementary students. It’s best used when you quickly need your students’ attention, such as when you’re about to give directions. The kids chorally respond together as a group when you call out a word or phrase, and then know that’s […] The post Call and Response Ideas for your Elementary Classroom appeared first on Life Between Summers.| Life Between Summers
December is a magical time of year, filled with twinkling lights, warm cocoa, and celebrations from around the world. Let’s explore holiday books and activities you can use with your elementary-aged students, while keeping diversity and inclusion easily at the forefront of learning. This can be an unforgettable holiday season for your class– in the […] The post December Holiday Books & Activities with Diversity and Inclusion in Mind appeared first on Life Between Summers.| Life Between Summers
Back to school is often the “prime time” to build classroom community, but it should really continue to be a focus throughout the school year. When students feel included as a part of a class family, there is often a positive effect on student behavior and academic progress– win, win! November serves as an ideal […] The post 5 Ways to Build Classroom Community in November appeared first on Life Between Summers.| Life Between Summers
Writing is one of the most important subjects to teach, but often one of the most overwhelming. When it comes to teaching writing, it can feel daunting to even know where to start. Especially when your students are at various levels and have a diverse range of needs. Some lack foundational skills, others struggle with […] The post Top 6 Tips for Teaching Writing to Elementary Students appeared first on Life Between Summers.| Life Between Summers
Back to school is such an exciting time! It can also be a time filled with other emotions for little ones like nervousness, worry, and fear. Giving a thoughtful gift to your students is a simple way to help calm unsteady nerves and a first step in creating a caring classroom community. Read on to […] The post 6 Back to School Student Gift Ideas Your Class Family Will Love appeared first on Life Between Summers.| Life Between Summers
