In Unit 2, Sessions 12-14, first graders make a sea star quilt to focus on counting by 5s and 10s. This engaging project helps students become more efficient at counting numbers larger than 10. Read more ... |
If you're an upper-grade Bridges teacher, you've probably spent quite a bit of time with egg carton fractions. Maybe, like me, you even have a secret wish list with "Egg Carton Fraction App" near the top. If that's true, you can cross it off your list. Read more ... |
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By Marion Leonard
The first few weeks in kindergarten can be taxing for any teacher: you're teaching every important routine and expectation for the year. Line Walking 101, How to Pack Your Backpack, Lunch Without Spills... The lists of courses you offer to your kindergartners in just a few short weeks is impressive! Read more ...
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By Cynthia Hockman-Chupp
After reading Shelly Scheafer's post, "New Looks for the Sea Star Quilt", first grade teachers Theresa Gatchet and Cindy Smith were inspired to introduce the project to their students at Gervais Elementary School in Oregon. Students made turkey handprints and adorned them with feathers and sequins. Read more ... |
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