Classroom
Looking to make your classroom the best it can be? Here you will find ideas and inspiration for classroom setup and decor; along with my best tips for classroom management.
Keep Calm Painted Canvas “Chalkboard” Tutorial
I recently shared my latest DIY for the classroom project: a chalkboard inspired painted canvas sign that reads “Keep Calm and Let Them Play.” When the Keep Calm craze swept across the internet last year, those two words became my mantra. Every time I felt overwhelmed or stressed I reminded
Using “First Grade Quality” to Maintain Student Motivation
Are you in the final weeks of the school year? Is student motivation starting to slip as Spring Fever takes over your classroom?I have just the solution to keep those students motivated… a First Grade Quality stamp. You won’t believe how powerful that expression can be. This post contains affiliate links. I
A Sweet and Simple Classroom Calendar
I still have 8 weeks left of this school year, but my brain is already in planning mode for the summer and next school year. In particular, I have been dreaming of cute classroom calendars and have begun my third line of themed calendar sets. A few weeks ago, a
Boost Parent Purchases from Scholastic Book Orders
I don’t know about you, but I am in LOVE with Scholastic book orders. They are my best source for acquiring high quality, engaging books that my kinders can actually READ. Level A and B books are nearly impossible to find in book stores or libraries. Seriously, I need to
A New Book Banner for a New Year
Way back in October, I set myself to the task of making a new DIY project for my classroom decor. The back wall of my classroom has a huge bulletin board that spans across it (which I fill with lots of colorful resources for my kinders) but there was about
Cutest-Ever Supply Pails
I just can’t stop myself from adding new improvements to my classroom! This week I was at it again by giving my center for extra student supplies a fresh new look. I created what just might be the cutest-ever pails to hold classroom supplies. Setting the Scene I have a
Free Bulletin Board Pennant Letters
Download a FREE copy of “Bulletin Board Pennant Letters” and start personalizing your classroom today!
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Hi, I'm Maria.
After years of teaching kindergarten, I now focus on helping teachers and I’m here to make your job easier. When I’m not doing that you will find me playing with my kids, hanging with the hubby, or occasionally enjoying a little “me” time with an at-home manicure and a vanilla latte. Want to learn more? Check out my story below. I’m sure we have a lot in common!