Creating Lifetime Learners
1st Grade Space Classroom Transformation 2nd Grade Space Classroom Transformation 3rd Grade Space Classroom Transformation 4th Grade Space Classroom Transformation 5th Grade Space Classroom Transformation While students are working, I find it’s best to either circle the room to “touch base” with how students are doing or stay in one central location where students can come to you to be… Read More
Back to school season can be chaotic and overwhelming. We’re establishing routines, teaching new procedures, assessing what students know, and so much more. Between all of the things that we are responsible for, sometimes it can be hard to fit in some fun. Doing a classroom transformation in the beginning of the year with my new class really helps set… Read More
40 Fifth Grade Classroom Transformations I’ve created 40 fifth grade classroom transformations and they all align with the 5th grade common core math standards. It was a huge undertaking, but now that it’s done, it’s incredibly easy to keep my kiddos engaged and we complete a room transformation once a week. I love to call them “Monday Fundays” to my… Read More
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! (This post… 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
Between food, grocery carts, and math problems, a grocery store classroom transformation can be so fun to do in your classroom! Kids are engaged the entire time and it’s easy to differentiate based on who is in your class. This was different than my other classroom transformations because students had to find 30 foods on their shopping list. Each food… Read More
Do you want to turn an ordinary day at school into an exciting fire-fighter-themed math challenge? If that sounds fun, then try this awesome math activity with your kids! This firefighter classroom transformation allows students to experience firefighter training while practicing their math skills. It aligns with common core standards and is for grades K-5. (This post contains affiliate links…. Read More
Does hopping in a plane and exploring the globe sound like a fun experience?! Then, let’s go!! This pilot classroom transformation is a great activity for students to practice their math skills. All of my junior airplane pilots wore cute sunglasses that made them resemble real pilots. The kids thought they were super cool and took them home with them… Read More
Ever sold a house before?? Spend your day “driving around the neighborhood” showing houses to clients! This realtor classroom transformation is for you! Classroom transformations are a popular trend among teachers. It maximizes student engagement and keeps it fun for the teacher as well. In this transformation, students practice academic skills aligned with common core standards. This is perfect for… Read More
Spend a day full of delicious fun with the Donut Classroom Transformation! This transformation practices students’ math skills while giving them a fun experience. If you’re looking for ways to make learning more fun for your students, this is a great activity for your students to practice with. It aligns with common core math standards. Find the donut classroom transformation… Read More
