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Flowers are beginning to bloom and the Easter Bunny is on his way which means it’s time to switch to your April math and literacy centers! Spring fever is real, my friend, so how do you keep kids engaged and learning at centers? The trick is to use lots of hands-on manipulatives that will make the learning feel like play!… Read More
Spring is in the air and it’s time to add some new and engaging activities to your March math and literacy centers! One of my favorite ways to change things up in a kindergarten or first grade classroom is with a few new games and some goodies from our local dollar store. Take a look at some of the… Read More
Are you feeling a bit unsure of what to put at your February math and literacy centers this month? No worries! If you’re feeling a bit perplexed and need some inspiration, here are a few ideas to help you out – with some freebies that your students are sure to love! February Math Center When it comes to setting up… Read More
As you head back to school after your holiday break, it’s time to get your winter math and literacy centers ready to go! Here are some ideas for fun games and activities that will keep your students on task and learning during those chilly winter months! January Math Center Get your students excited to head back to school with plenty… Read More
How can you keep your students engaged and on task during the crazy holiday season? Add some great December math and literacy centers and your students will be begging you to try them out! Setting Up Your December Math And Literacy Centers Every elementary teacher knows that teaching during the month of December is not an easy task. Kids are… Read More
Are you wondering how to manage centers in the classroom? There are many benefits to having classroom learning centers but if your center management isn’t on point it’s easy to give up. Good classroom management is the key to successful center time! Take a look at these classroom center ideas that will take your learning center time from drab to… Read More
