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Time Saving Classroom Resources
Most of my life, I believed I couldn’t draw. In my younger years, I loved to trace and color, but I never felt that I could sketch or draw. I always seemed to be surrounded by people who doodled for fun. Since I’m a teacher, I’ve learned to compensate over the years, but I’ve never […]
Ready to Draw a Leprechaun? Here’s How to Make It Fun and Easy for Kids! Do you ever feel a little nervous when someone asks you to draw something? I totally get it—I’ve been there too! But don’t worry, because drawing can be fun, even if you’re not a pro. We tried our hand at […]
Do you ever feel pressured when asked to draw something? I know I sometimes do! When our 3rd grade class decided to draw a penguin, I thought it would be a challenge. But I was wrong! We loved this penguin drawing activity so much that we also created a polar bear drawing! Read on to […]
Elf on the Shelf Arrival Ideas Are you looking for a fresh new Elf on the Shelf Arrival? We’ve done some creative ones before…. the mailbox, a “hot air” balloon. But this one is my favorite. It’s simple and is a great way to launch your December with the Elf. Welcome Back Elf on the Shelf! […]
Do you ever feel pressured when asked to draw something? I know I do! When I found out we (3rd grade class) were all going to draw a polar bear, I thought it would never work. I thought they would all struggle and not be able to do it. Boy was I wrong! In fact, we loved […]
What is Elf on the Shelf all about? So, you’re thinking about putting your big toe into the Elf on the Shelf waters… Not sure how to get started or if you really want to add this to your Christmas traditions? I hear you. If I went back in time, would I do the Elf again? Maybe, […]
