Firstieland - First Grade Teacher Blog
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Let’s be honest – kids aren’t always nice to each other. If fighting, tattling and arguing have become a problem in your elementary classroom, it might be time to teach a little kindness. Fostering kindness is a great way to promote positive behavior, create a welcoming classroom culture, and instill lifelong values in young students. If you’re ready to get… Read More
Should you use desk pets in a kindergarten or first-grade classroom? Teachers have recently introduced this creative and innovative approach to classroom management using miniature erasers or small toys as little pets. Let’s take a look at some desk pet ideas, including the pros and cons of integrating desk pets into your classroom. What is a desk pet? A desk… Read More
Starting off on the right foot can make or break your day in kindergarten or first grade. One of the best ways to get off to a great start is with a morning meeting. There are basic components of a morning meeting that should be included to help build and strengthen your classroom community. One way to do this is… Read More
Valentine’s Day provides a great opportunity to strengthen your classroom community with a fun and engaging morning meeting. There are seven basic components to morning meetings and these ideas will make your February morning meeting activities more joyful and fun! From games to themed parties and classroom celebrations, this blog post will explore various ways to make this special day a wonderful… Read More
Step into the enchanting world of December in your first-grade classroom! This magical time of the year calls for a sprinkle of holiday spirit during your Christmas morning meeting activities. There are seven components to morning meeting and these creative and engaging ideas will make your December morning meeting activities more joyful and fun! In this post, we’ll dive into… Read More
As kindergarten and first-grade teachers, we know that the beginning of the year sets the tone for everything that follows. The morning meeting is the perfect way to establish a strong sense of community from day one. Through the components of morning meeting, you can help students create a safe and supportive environment. Your morning meeting serves as a daily… Read More
