There are some very special days in May. Mother's Day and Memorial Day are two that come immediately to mind. Cinco de Mayo fun and end of the year activities all add to the festive feel of this month. If you're looking to augment your lessons, or just need a little inspiration, you've come to the right place. Teachers, just like you, from TpT, offer a wide,varied, teacher-tested, selection of materials that will help to make your day.
I love a bargain...haha....who doesn't? I was looking at all of the wonderful products offered at Tpt and I was struck by how far your money can go. There are a lot of lessons and activities offered for 5 dollars and less. I've asked my fellow teacher authors to link up products that fit that description to give you a nice overview of the materials. So, kick off your shoes, get comfortable with a nice snack, and see all of the ways you can save money as you get some great activities for your students.
I love games! From Angry Birds to Chuzzle, I just love to play. When I turned 65 I threw a party at Dave and Busters and after dinner we played for hours in the back room with all of the video games. That being said, I think games are a wonderful way to teach. Many of the teacher authors on TpT agree with that statement. You can find so many clever and original games that address the skills or information you want to teach.
Take some time to browse the collection of great ideas linked below. You'll be sure to find some wonderful games to engage and challenge your students.
I met up with a few friends yesterday and I tried something completely out of my comfort zone. Let me explain, I'm just not crafty or much of a cook. That being said, I never give up the dream of someday transforming into a talented Martha Stewart like being. One of the creative leaders of the group suggested we make homemade chocolate coconut Easter Eggs. Of course I agreed-maybe this was my chance! It turned out to be a lot of fun and as you can see from the pictures they don't look awful. So...if you're looking for a fun activity to do with a class it just might do the trick. Our leader had the dough already mixed and in plastic bags. You can melt the chocolate in a microwave and probably, depending on the age of your group, do the dipping. But the shaping and decorating can be done by kids of all ages.
Here's a recipe and a picture of my creations.
Luckily the teacher authors of TpT are VERY creative. Come take a look at the wonderful products for all subjects and levels waiting for you. Happy Spring!
Irish potatoes are a traditional Philadelphia confection that, despite its name, is not from Ireland, and does not usually contain any potato. There's a vareity of recipes available. It's just a sweet way to celebrate the day. Because of the coconut included in this delight, it reminds me that Easter is coming soon. I found an easy recipe on allrecipes if you're interested in making them for your class or family.
Here are a few more ideas that might make March 17th special.
Depending where you live, you may be changing your clock this weekend. We'll all be happy to get that extra energizing hour of light. We'll all be really BUMMED to wake an hour earlier according to our internal clock. TpT teacher authors are flying.:) to the rescue with the gift of time. Browse this wonderful collection of materials that will let you rock the teaching day and get a few extra minutes of shuteye.
March is packed! From Arbor Day to Saint Patrick's Day not to mention spring and Easter, it's one full month. It's also designated as Women's History Month. The teacher authors at TpT have plenty of wonderful products to share. Come browse this wonderful collection and find something to make your classroom just a bit more festive this month.
The good news is spring will arrive just as it does every year. The bad news is we have to wait until March 20th. If you're starting to feel a bit ragged around the edges and need some fresh exciting ideas to help you through until spring I have just what you need. The dedicated creative teacher authors at TpT have been toiling to make great lessons and activities that will help you shake the winter doldrums. Pull up a chair, pour a cuppa or glass of your favorite, and browse this collection selected just for you.
