This summer I was a guest blogger for Rachel Lynette's Minds-in-Bloom.  I wrote a post titled "Classroom Finds from the Hardware Store," and in it I mention the use of tile spacers when teaching adding and subtracting integers; I had several people ask me exactly how I use these, and I am just now getting around to writing a blog post on it.  I hope you find it useful! Tile spacers are ... Read the Post

I took a little "field trip" to my sister's classroom last week.  She teaches in San Diego and is the reason I found my way to education.  She is a literacy queen and really knows her stuff when it comes to reading instruction.  I snapped several pictures of her anchor charts during my visit.  Enjoy! P.S. She might have the BEST handwriting ... Read the Post

I am always looking for a fun classroom craft, especially the week before winter break, when students are getting a bit restless.  These Shrinky Dinks bookmarks might be one of my favorite projects!  Shrinky Dinks bring back some fond childhood memories, and even as an adult I am still a bit obsessed with this “magical” plastic.  If you’re looking for a fun winter/holiday craft that ... Read the Post