Creating Lifetime Learners
I’ve done over 50 classroom transformations in my classroom in the past year and a half (you might have heard me call them “Monday Fundays” on my Instagram). And you may be wondering if I had to choose, which ones were my favorites overall? This blog post outlines my top ten favorite classroom transformation ideas of all time! NUMBER… Read More
Holidays can be a tricky time of year for educators. We’re trying to teach content and keep behavior under control at the same time in our classrooms. Easier said than done, right? I’ve learned to embrace the “crazy” and classroom transformations have really helped me keep my class engaged while still allowing them to be excited about the upcoming holiday(s)…. Read More
This rock star classroom transformation is very unique and my students got to feel like a real superstar! My students solved twenty math problems in order to win. They practiced math concepts in this real-world activity that puts them in the shoes of celebrities. It aligns with multiple common core math standards. To really get the WOW factor in this… Read More
This was different than my other classroom transformations because students had to find 30 foods on their shopping list. Each food practiced a different multiplication property. It aligns with 3.OA.5. To set the scene, I hung Grocery Aisle Posters up on my ceiling and arranged the desks into rows so it looked more like a grocery store. I put each… Read More
Do you want to be a firefighter? Then, try this super fun math activity with your kids! This firefighter classroom transformation allows and welcomes third grade students into firefighter training while practicing multiplying by tens. It aligns with common core standard 3.NBT.3. This firefighter classroom transformation was so fun to set up! I added posters to the wall telling students… Read More
This pilots classroom transformation was a great math activity for third and fourth grade students to practice elapsed time. All of my junior airplane pilots wore cute sunglasses that made them resemble real pilots. Everyone thought they were super cool and took them home with them at the end of the day. It aligns with 3.MD.1. PILOTS CLASSROOM TRANSFORMATION STEP 1:… Read More
Classroom transformations are a popular trend among teachers. It maximizes student engagement and keeps it fun for the teacher too! In this neighborhood classroom transformation, third grade students practice area and perimeter. Kids solve challenges involving area, perimeter, and understanding the difference between the two. This math activity aligns with 3.MD.5-3.MD.8. NEIGHBORHOOD CLASSROOM TRANSFORMATION STEP 1: To get my students… Read More
Have a fun day with donuts! This Donut Classroom Transformation is for third grade students or for any class that needs something fun to support them when teaching about graphs! If you’re looking for ways to make more significant links to math in the real world, this is a great activity for your students to practice with. It aligns with… Read More
Teach your students to become math experts in your classroom. This Thanksgiving classroom transformation will allow your students to experience a fun-filled math day with balloon floats. This is a very engaging activity for students who are learning third grade math concepts. It aligns with multiple common core math standards. THANKSGIVING CLASSROOM TRANSFORMATION STEP 1: The first thing to do… Read More
This geometry classroom transformation is perfect for 3rd and 4th graders because it reviews shapes, polygons, quadrilaterals, parallel sides, right angles, and more. If your students are having a hard time learning geometry, then this is a great practice activity for them! It aligns with 3.G.1, 4.G.1, and 4.G.2. UNDER THE SEA CLASSROOM TRANSFORMATION STEP 1: There is something magical… Read More
