There's always a big push to integrate subjects, especially in order to meet standards. This post shares five ways to integrate writing into science class!

We kicked off Christmas with 3 days of The Giving Tree activities. This Shel Silverstein story has the perfect blend of economics, Christmas giving, and a warm, fuzzy life lesson!

Teach kids about endangered species and what people can do to help.

Affordable Montessori Bee Activities for Preschool & Elementary contains books, printables, & bee activities for kids ages 2-12. All subjects.

My students are absolutely obsessed with the American Revolution and they ESPECIALLY love learning about Colonial and British spies. During the Revolution, spies sometimes used the clothing they hung on their clotheslines to pass secret

The Doorbell Rang is a children's book written and illustrated by Pat Hutchins. The story follows a group of children who eagerly anticipate eating freshly baked cookies, only to have their excitement turn to disappointment when more and more gu...

5 Ways to Teach Social Studies when you just don't have time! I know I can’t be the only one who struggled with making Social Studies a part of our everyday routine! So, here are some favorite ways to get Social Studies in when you just don’t have time! Read more at: http://theappliciousteacher.com/5-ways-teach-social-studies-dont-time/

The teaching guide for "Holes" by Louis Sachar is a comprehensive resource designed for educators to facilitate a novel study and interdisciplinary unit. The guide covers a wide range of topics, including literature, science, social studies, and lang...

Two years ago, I graciously accepted an offer to contribute to Adventures in Literacy Land, and I have been blessed because of it! Not only have I learned so much from my creative and talented co-authors, but I have made friends that offer support and encouragement. One of the greatest things about connecting on-line with other teachers and working collaboratively to support and share our passion for literacy is that we all bring something different to the literacy "table". As we celebrate…