Amazon has saved me a few times (okay, more than a few)! From having 40 student protractors overnighted to ordering 500 bingo cards for all school bingo, I’ve ordered it all! However, there are a few things that have made life significantly easier (or more fun)! I’ve compiled a list…
Setting up my classroom is one of my favorite things to do each year. I love the fresh, clean looks of a new bulletin board and the beautiful organization of my classroom library! Over the years I have had a few staples that have made my Catholic classroom a more…
Alternative assessments are a hot topic these days. Students are being taught differently, so now is a great time to try out different forms of assessment. Not every student is going to thrive on basic paper and pencil tests, so it is so important to incorporate alternative assessments into your…
I’ve always found that the saints are a great way for students to connect with their faith. These are people who walked the Earth, served the Church, and are an example of how we are to be people of God. Saints have stories- stories that are relatable to students. Stories…
Are you studying the western region of the United States? Looking to engage your students with the national parks? Look no further than Glacier National Park! I’ve compiled my top 5 tips for teaching with Glacier National Park! 1.) Become a Remote Junior Ranger Most of you reading this don’t…
It’s been a long year. Yes, I know, that’s quite an understatement. We’ve taught online, we’ve been in person, and we’ve been everywhere in between, but that doesn’t mean you can’t finish the year strong! With only a few months (or perhaps weeks) to go, keeping students engaged can definitely…
From May Crownings to praying the rosary, every May we honor Mary, Mother of God. The tradition of setting a month aside for Mary dates back many centuries, but it has been since about the nineteenth century that we have honored Mary in the month of May. There are two…
National Parks are my jam! I love using them as a teaching tool with my students and they love learning about the different parks. From caves to mountains, and everything in between, the parks a great way to bring the great outdoors into your classroom. While I use the national…
St. Patrick’s Day is my favorite day of the year. My grandmother hails from Co. Monaghan in Ireland and I grew up Irish dancing. I usually don’t even decorate my classroom for Valentine’s Day and I just skip to St. Patrick’s Day after Christmas! That’s how much I love this…
This is my last post in a series of posts geared towards new teachers, but the content can certainly be helpful for veteran teachers as well. If you are interested in reading more of my teacher tips, click here! I recently had someone to reach out to me on Instagram…
Welcome to Adventures of a 4th Grade Classroom! Im a 4th grade teacher who loves motivating my students through a love of the great outdoors. I enjoy creating resources for teachers to use their classrooms. I also had the opportunity to be the 2017 Iditarod Teacher on the Trail and travel to rural Alaska by bush plane!
Annie
