Teaching With Haley O'Connor

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5 Simple {and FREE} Ways to Build Relationships Virtually with Students

Today I wanted to stop by and share 5 ways to connect with students virtually. Even though we're wrapping the year up, some of you may find you want to reach out to students over the summer. I hope you'll also keep this info in your back pocket in case we have to remain socially distant in the upcoming school year. 1. Using whatever platform you're currently using, send a fun video or photo ... read more

FREE Editable Awards

The end of the school year is so emotional. We're excited for summer and rest, but sad not to see the same little faces each day. We worry about them regressing over the summer and if we worked with them enough. This year is even more complicated as so many of you didn't get to say goodbye to students. The last few weeks of school are usually full of award ceremonies, parties, and lots of ... read more

Make the Most of Digital Student Memory Books

As we near the end of the school year, I've been racking my brain coming up with substitutes for all the fun EOY activities. Even though we won't be able to have award ceremonies in person or share our yearbooks together, we CAN still make special memories. I absolutely love this blog post that Elementary Nest wrote about digital ideas for the end of the year. She even has a free Balloon Pop ... read more

Mother’s Day and Father’s Day in the Inclusive Classroom

This post contains affiliate links. As I have grown as an educator, I have started to see so many things in a new light. Mother's Day and Father's Day is something I went into teaching knowing it was sensitive. Having grown up with divorced parents and several step-parents, I knew it could be awkward for kids. I remember only getting one packet to fill out and wondering who I should give ... read more

PE Activities to Do at Home

This post contains affiliate links. That means I get a small compensation (at NO charge to you) for sharing links. I use these fees to keep this website up and running! Do you have that person in your life that stepped up for you when you really needed them? You look up to them and want to be just like them when you grow up? For me, that person is my Aunt Patti. She has been there for me my ... read more

Digital Activities for Vowel Teams and Diphthongs

This post contains affiliate links. That means I share a quick link for you on Amazon and I get a little referral fee. BUT they are always things I use frequently and believe in! This referral fee helps keep this website up and running and doesn't cost you anything! So sometime in the future you'll be reading this blog post and you may not remember these days. These days of shelter in place. ... read more

Easter Egg Learning Activities

About a month ago I grabbed some plastic eggs for my daughter's sensory bins. As we have used them to put pom poms in, in the bathtub and to build with, I remembered all the fun my students used to have with them. I wanted to share 5 simple activities you can put inside plastic eggs...but really you could put them inside anything they can hunt for! You could even just put them around your ... read more

Learning with Chalk

Hello!! I never thought I'd say this but I am SO thankful for Texas weather. So many of my friends are stuck inside due to snow or rain. We have been able to go outside almost every day. Granted we go outside in the rain (unless it's storming), but for the most part, the weather has been perfect. If you're a parent, be sure to check out my For Families category! As more time passes with schools ... read more

#6-Teaching about Staying Healthy

Good morning, parents! My name is Jessica Tobin and I'm the blogger over at Elementary Nest. Haley is one of my dearest friends, so I was so excited and eager to help out with her blog series all about helping you guys tackle this new experience. The last few days, Haley has brought you ideas for online learning, COVId discussions, and other family activities. I'm going to be bringing you some ... read more

Family Blog Series #5- Printable Resources You Can Use Today

This post contains affiliate links. Hi families! If you've made it this far I hope you've found some valuable info for helping your kids learn at home! Today I just wanted to share a few printable resources you might be interested in. I know many of you have teachers sending work but some of you don't. You may also find that the work coming home is a bit challenging and you need extra ... read more

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  • This is a bundle of 4 different versions of full page color posters. :) You can decide which one works best for you and your kiddos! Each color has a fun little pattern, including chevron, polka dot, stripes, and crosshatch!
  • This little freebie includes a Complete Sentence checklist for your little learners, titles for an anchor chart, and 2 simple activities with checklists to practice writing complete sentences!
  • I hope you have so much fun reviewing compound words with this little freebie! Simply pass out all 24 cards, and let the fun begin. :) If you have less kiddos in your class, just give a few of your most responsible double cards!
  • This unit on COURAGE is part of a year-long curriculum for teaching students how to have great character! However, this unit could also be used as a stand-alone resource for teaching all about being courage in the classroom. :)
  • As we navigate more remote learning, it's important that we know exactly what our students have at home and how to support them.This 2-page form includes questions for parents about their experience, internet access, and more.
  • For years, my Back to School Survival Kit has been loved by thousands of teachers. As we navigate this challenging time, I wanted to make sure you had resources for building a strong classroom community virtually. If you're looking for full lesson plans and printable activities, make sure to purchase the Back to School Survival Kit {digital and printable version}.
  • Fall Kid Crafts - Easy Fun Autumn Crafts - A More Crafty Life
  • As I was working on my Back to School Survival Kit, I realized that teachers need additional resources this year. As we navigate such a challenging time, it's so important we give our students the tools they need to discuss and understand the current situation.
  • How do you teach Conflict Resolution in the classroom? We all make mistakes, and it's so important our students know how to handle them. Making sure we teach specific strategies for repairing relationships can make all the difference!
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