Firstieland - First Grade Teacher Blog
Where learning feels like play.
Winter is here and that can only mean one thing in a kindergarten or first grade classroom. It’s time to start thinking about indoor recess activities. Once that cold weather or rainy day hits, indoor recess is inevitable. How can you keep your entire class occupied and under control on indoor recess days? Here are 50 ideas to use when… Read More
It’s that time of year again! The days are shorter, the air is colder, and the stress levels of teachers everywhere are soaring. The last couple of weeks before your holiday break are challenging, there’s no doubt about that. But I’m here to help you keep it stress-free, easy, and still productive and educational. Here are 5 teacher survival tips to… Read More
As a kindergarten or first grade teacher, you want your students to be engaged and enjoy learning. Fortunately, there are many ways to add more play in the classroom and still keep students learning. Here are 11 simple tips to help you make learning feel like play in your classroom. Why is play important in the classroom? Play is essential… Read More
The importance of play cannot be understated. From the moment children are born, they learn best through play. It’s how they explore their world, imagine new possibilities and make choices. As children grow older, play becomes more organized and structured, but it continues to be a vital part of their physical, social, and emotional development. In elementary school children have… Read More
Are you looking for ways to be a more successful teacher in your first-grade classroom? If so, take a look at this list of things extraordinary first-grade teachers do that other teachers don’t. Many of these tips are simple changes that can make a big impact on your teaching practice. Give them a try and see how they work for… Read More
The start of a new school year is an exciting time for both teachers and students. It’s essential to begin the year with clear routines and classroom procedures in elementary school. This can help to minimize disruptions and maximize learning time. What are classroom procedures? Classroom procedures are routines that are followed on a daily basis. They are designed to… Read More
