Teacher friends, It's Baaaccckkk!! I have been waiting all summer to write this post! I'm so excited to finally be hosting this BIG Back to School giveaway! If you have been reading my previous posts, you may remember #TeacherSockSunday from previous years! Every Sunday I would feature a fun pair of teacher socks with a matching teaching resource. I had also been hinting about having my biggest giveaway yet... now you can win 8 PAIRS of creative teacher socks (with the matching teaching resources) in time for the new school year!! These resources are perfect for the elementary or middle school teacher who wants to be the most stylish educator on campus! ;) MORE DETAILS … [Read more...]
Early Medieval Europe – STEM Challenges!
Hi teacher friends, I've been busy creating a series of STEM projects for students who are studying Medieval Times & Middle Ages.. Next stop, Early Medieval Europe! Challenge 1: Water Mill Challenge! During the Medieval Times landowners with access to running water, specifically small waterfalls on their property, could build a watermill as long as the device did not stop or slow water that went to another, older mill. These water mills were primarily used to grind grain into flour which could then be used to make dough for bread. These mills were so efficient in their design that those with watermills ran them on a full time basis. Here's … [Read more...]
West Africa STEM Challenges!
Hi teacher friends, I've been busy creating a series of STEM projects for students who are studying Medieval Times & Middle Ages.. Next stop, West Africa! Challenge 1: Gold Mining Machine! Gold and salt were Ghana’s most valuable trade resources. Ghana became a powerful empire after taking control of trade routes, located between the Niger and Senegal Rivers. Gold was discovered in the southern forests of West Africa. Three major gold locations include Akan, Bambuhu, and Bure. Gold was an important mineral used to make tools, weapons, and jewelry. A sluice box is a device that separates gold from other materials found in gravel and … [Read more...]
Medieval China STEM Activity!
Hi teacher friends, I've been busy creating a series of STEM projects for students who are studying Medieval Times & Middle Ages.. Next stop, Medieval China! Challenge 1: Zheng He's Treasure Ship Challenge! Zheng He was a Chinese admiral and famous explorer. He led seven voyages around Asia under Yongle’s rule. Yongle wanted to spread China’s influence and impress the rest of the world. He also wanted to establish trade and relations. Zheng He was told to give beautiful gifts to leaders from China. He returned with tribute including jewels and gold. Zheng He had a large fleet with over 25,000 crew members and 300 ships. The treasure ships were as large as a … [Read more...]
Islam – Islamic World STEM Challenges!
Hi teacher friends, I've been busy creating a series of STEM projects for students who are studying Medieval Times & Middle Ages.. Next stop, the Islamic World! Challenge 1: Caravan Contraption! The Arabian Peninsula is desert land that lacks rivers and lakes. It has very hot and dry air. Travelers had to cross huge deserts with little water and scorching hot temperatures. The hot sun and dry weather makes this area one of the hottest places in the world. Due to the difficult desert environment, people lived either of two ways. Some were nomads and lived a nomadic lifestyle, while others settled into town life near oases where they could … [Read more...]
Early Byzantine STEM Challenges!
Hi teacher friends, I've been busy creating a series of STEM projects for students who are studying Medieval Times & Middle Ages.. First stop, the Early Byzantine Empire! Challenge 1: The Hagia Sophia Marble Run! The famous Hagia Sophia church was built under the direction of Emperor Justinian I. During this time period, (395-1453) Justinian was the greatest emperor who directed the building of Hagia Sophia as the largest church in the world. Hagia Sophia was the largest cathedral almost 1,000 years until the Seville Cathedral was built in 1520. Hagia Sophia was considered a world wonder during the medieval ages. It was an impressive architectural advancement … [Read more...]
Ideas for Open House and Meet the Teacher Night!
Teachers, We have just a few more months left in the school year and the end of the year Open House night is quickly approaching! I wanted to revisit a few quick tips I have for hosting a successful Open House, Meet the Teacher, or Back to School Night: 1. If you decide to have a presentation, design an outline of what you want to cover. Create a brief outline of the evening’s schedule. Estimate how much time you should be presenting. Try to keep it as short and concise. Anything over thirty minutes may not be remembered. Some topics you’ll want to cover are: -A Quick Introduction / Meet the Teacher -Homework / Grading Policies and … [Read more...]
A Wrinkle in Time Activities and Free Resources for the Classroom!
With the exciting new release of Disney's, A Wrinkle in Time, many teachers are doing novel studies of Madeleine L'Engle's timeless classic. Are your students currently reading A Wrinkle in Time? Here are some activities and resources that will have your students traveling to the 5th dimension. Board Game Have your students put their knowledge to the test while they "tesser" to the finish line. While traveling across dimensions and among planets, their knowledge of novel themes, character traits, vocabulary, plot, will be challenged. Students will begin on the Starting tesser. Whoever roles the highest with the dice moves first. Follow the planets across the board. When a … [Read more...]
Saint Patrick’s Day STEM Challenges (March STEM)
Teacher friends, Looking for a fun (and educational) way to celebrate Saint Patrick's Day with upper-elementary students? It's typical for students to begin losing focus in the classroom, especially during holidays. Real learning does not have to go out the window just yet, you just have to mask it such a way where it doesn't quite seem like learning to students... but in fact, still is! These Saint Patrick's Day-themed challenges have science, technology, engineering, and measurement activities for your upper elementary kids that will really get their brains going during this season! Challenge 1: Leprechaun Trap! STEM groups must design a leprechaun trap using simple … [Read more...]
Valentine’s Day STEM Challenges (February STEM)
Teacher friends, Looking for a fun (and educational) way to celebrate Valentine's Day with upper-elementary students? It's typical for students to begin losing focus in the classroom, especially during holidays. Real learning does not have to go out the window just yet, you just have to mask it such a way where it doesn't quite seem like learning to students... but in fact, still is! These Valentine's Day-themed challenges have science, technology, engineering, and measurement activities for your upper elementary kids that will really get their brains going during this winter season! Challenge 1: Cupid’s Flapping Wings! STEM groups of 4-5 students must create wings … [Read more...]
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