Science is hugely fascinating for kids, but since I focus on math and literacy on the blog I need to find more ways to incorporate science into those two areas. So today we’re using the ant life cycle to focus on writing first, next, then, after that and finally! What you’ll need A copy of […]
Digraphs: Qu- Words When You Only Have a Minute
I’ve made digraph word wheels for ch-, th-, sh-, and wh- words and decided I may as well keep going and do less common ones as well! So today I’m bringing you Qu- words! Qu- Digraph: What you need Download the Qu- Digraph Word Wheel here. Scissors A paper fastener or brad to attach the […]
Cinderella Readers and Vocabulary Books
Everyone loves a fairy tale! In these free readers Cinderella is off to the ball so grab your wand and let’s go! What’s inside: Cinderella went to the Ball: A Reader in color and black and white. Cinderella Words: A word book in color and black and white. What you’ll need: A copy of this […]
Free April Fools’ Day Readers
These April Fools’ Day readers are great for adding some new vocabulary to your little one’s reading. Are there differences between a joke, a prank and a trick? Use these readers as a catalyst for discussion. April Fools’ Day readers Book 1: Contains words only, in dotted print so children can trace over each letter. […]
Spring Butterflies Alphabet Match
If your child needs some practice matching uppercase and lowercase letters, this pretty spring butterflies alphabet match game will help! How to Prepare Download the Spring Butterflies Alphabet Match printable HERE. Print out the pages. Cut apart the butterflies Then cut each butterfly in half on the line. To make the cards more long lasting […]
Digraphs: Wh- Words When You Only Have a Minute
I’ve been getting lots of requests to add the wh- digraph word wheel to our growing collection, so here it is! This printable is part of a large series of free activities focusing on learning math and literacy when your child only has a minute or two. Wh- Digraph: What you need Download the Wh- […]
10 Tips and Tricks for a Great Pencil Grip
Developing confidence and ease as a young writer involves many factors, but one of the most obvious, and most asked about, is that of developing a good pencil grip. Rather than re-invent the wheel, I’ve gathered some helpful posts and videos together that you might find helpful. Don’t forget to download The Pencil Grip Song […]
Storytelling with Fairy Tales
Fairy Tales are great for teaching: A) because they’re already familiar to lots of kids, and B) because they get our imaginations going. This printable is storytelling using Fairy Tales, but with a twist. I had a request this week to ask if I’d make more storyboards. I previously made one focused on the nursery […]
Valentine’s Day CVC Board Game
Valentine’s Day is coming! And I know lots of teachers like to use the occasion to talk about appreciating friends and family. So here’s a free CVC board game created with a Valentine theme for you to use in your classrooms and homes while you’re heart focused! Make sure you scroll down to the end […]
Beginning Sounds Transportation Clip It Cards
If your kids love transportation, these beginning sounds clip it cards will motivate them to practice sounding out their words! What you need Download these Beginning Sounds Transportation Clip It Cards. Print the pages onto card, then cut to separate the cards and laminate them if you’d like. Grab some tiny pegs or paperclips, or […]