Second Grade Nautical Theme Classroom Makeover
I may have stepped out of the classroom this year to be at home with my daughter, but I still can't resist a good classroom makeover. This past summer, I transformed my friend's second grade classroom into a nautical … wonderland? I honestly don't know what I should call this oceanic oasis. Regardless, I poured my heart and soul into every detail of this classroom for my sweet friend and I am so … [Read More...]
Classroom Inspiration
I have been in school for nearly 9 weeks, but the classroom improvements continue! As you know by now, I am teaching in a new building this year and I am lucky enough to teach in a classroom that is simply stunning (it was a collaborative project between myself and Melanie from Schoolgirl Style.) As I settle […]
I have mentioned on several occasions that one of the great joys that this blog and selling resources on Teachers Pay Teachers have brought into my life is the ability to share my passion with other educators. That usually means sharing resources, ideas, and inspiration on the blog, Facebook and Instagram. But sometimes, I get […]
Can you BELIEVE it is already time to start getting ready for back to school? I am spending these next few weeks collecting great ideas for when I get back into my classroom so I can hit the ground running when I return. Classroom decor and organization is my favorite part of the back to […]
Have you heard the news? I am partnering with the amazingly talented Melanie from Schoolgirl Style once again to decorate my kindergarten classroom with an all-new theme. After two wonderful years of enjoying my Rainbow Chalkboard classroom theme, I decided it was time to shake things up a little. This post contains affiliate links. I […]
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