These Light learning Tessellations were a hit at a conference in BC I was at with Quality Classrooms. Check them out here: http://www.qualityclassrooms.com/light-learning-tessellations.html
Light Learning Tessellations
What is in your Sub bag?
I have taken the leap into substitute teaching and the best way I found to prepare and ease my nerves was to plan and pack my sub bag. I have a zip top organizing utility tote which holds four water bottles, perfect for my water bottle, tea, coffee and smoothie (should I decide on a... Continue Reading →
How to choose carpets?
Carpets are an important part of an elementary and daycare classroom. With the rise in popularity of alternative seating students need a comfortable and safe space on the floor and not all classrooms are equipped. Whether it is doing group work or whole class discussion, a floor space is necessary. I love using the carpet for... Continue Reading →
EAL Classroom Basics- Word Building
Our last post covered the EAL basics to have at your fingertips for Letters and Sounds to best support English as an Additional Language (EAL) learners. This post focuses on word building as the next step. Vocabulary While the EAL learner may know many words in their own language, they have the added step of learning... Continue Reading →
EAL Classroom Basics- Letters and Sounds
I often get asked for a list of basics, teachers can have in their classrooms for newcomer students with limited language skills. Teachers want to help their students achieve but can be limited in time and sometimes knowledge on how to best support English as an Additional Language (EAL) learners. The term ESL is often... Continue Reading →
Fidgets
I have a class currently who often need some help to sit quietly and listen. Sitting still for any length of time, either at desks or on the carpet can be very challenging for many in this group. As a teacher, I understand it is challenging to sit still and listen. I have gum, or snacks... Continue Reading →
