Teachers can finally take a deep breath now that summer break has started or will in the next few days! However, many wonder: What Can You Do Over the Summer to Prepare for the Next School Year? While teachers deserve this much-needed break, they also want to use some of the time to make next…
Are you officially done with school? Our students finished up 2 weeks ago, but it is just now feeling like summer break. Without a “true closure” to the school year, it was definitely a weird ending. This week, I will be mailing my students this summer riddle page along with a note, just to touch…
I don’t know about you, but I’m thinking towards the end of the school year. I always like to send something home with my students to keep their little minds working over the summer. I have sent home activity calendars in the past, but wanted to make it a little more exciting this year. I…
The school year is almost over. This is the time of year when I start to panic. Did I teach them everything I needed to teach? Are they ready for 2nd grade? What if they forget everything over the summer? Add in all of the regular end of the year chaos, and it leads to…
Here is a Summer Activity Chart that I will be sending home with my students on the last day of school. It includes a simple activity to do for each day of summer vacation. Click on the picture to download or download it for free at TpT. 
As students settle into their new classroom, they may have all sorts of nerves. For instance, many need time to warm up to a new teacher and routines. Students are also nervous about who they will sit by at lunch and play with at recess. So, teachers work hard to help students get to know…
As teachers plan for the new school year, they often make needed purchases. These items may be something they wished they had last year or saw this summer. Either way, teachers do everything they can to create a welcoming, supportive environment for students. So, I am excited to share my classroom must-haves for back to…
At this point during summer, teachers feel rested and relaxed. Additionally, their minds are often spinning with back-to-school planning. For some, this is coming up with new classroom management strategies. For others, this is creating more differentiation in lessons. On top of this, teachers are always looking for great books to read to their classes!…
As the year winds down, teachers are running around like crazy! They plan fun end-of-the-year activities, clean their classrooms, and take down decorations. Honestly, there is so much to handle that teachers often feel overwhelmed by everything. So, this list provides the perfect list of essential items when wrapping up the end of the school…
May is finally here! The weather is warming up, and the rain is finally slowing down. However, this also means students are ready to go! They want to run outside, play with friends, and make fun summer plans. While teachers love this, they know the importance of solidifying essential skills before summer break. So, they…
Teachers and students experience so many emotions at the end of the year. For instance, there is much excitement over summer break. Between swimming and spending time with friends, summer is so much fun! However, there is also a lot of sadness. Going to school provides a sense of comfort, security, and safety for many…
As the end of the year approaches, students and teachers experience various emotions. For instance, both are eager for summer break and time to enjoy warm weather. However, students know they will miss seeing their friends each day. Teachers also feel pressure to ensure students master the information needed for the next grade. So, teachers…
