When we are in the Southwest region of our Native American unit, I take the kids outside (while the weather is still nice!) and we grind cor...

So I've been the world's worst blogger lately, but on the flip side, I've been the world's most awesome fifth grade teacher!...

Constitution Day is quickly approaching! This is one holiday that sneaks up on me every year, and then I frantically look for something that...

I know that I mentioned on my last Five for Friday, but my kids LOVED mission-us.org , and I wanted to share more about it with you. ...

I put a question out on Facebook yesterday about what you do to teach the American Revolution. It seems that I have pinned so many ideas ...

Friday was my official observation that is required in my district every three years for tenured staff. I decided to throw caution to the w...

I love teaching about the American colonies. There are so many fun activities and things that you can do with it to create connections and m...

I have starting this post so many times. Between no school and late start days due to cold, getting sick, professional development days, and...

We are furiously wrapping up our explorers unit because this year our quarter ends at winter break. Probably not the best time to assess... ...