by Gina Russell, B.S , M.Ed | Feb 8, 2024 | Basic Skills, Resources, Winter |
As an early childhood special educator, I am so nostalgic about Valentine’s Day activities in school! I have very distinct memories of creating my desk Valentine’s envelope and handing out my little cards. Parties with brownies, chips galore and Valentine’s Day...
by Jen Koenig, B.S, M.Ed., LBS1 | Feb 7, 2024 | Winter |
Heart Day Feburary is filled with holidays and fun days for students to celebrate. With Groundhog’s Day behind us, I’m looking towards our next holiday, Valentine’s Day. Class Parties can be stressful, but with a little prep, a good plan, and some...
by Jen Koenig, B.S, M.Ed., LBS1 | Dec 28, 2023 | Seasonal, Winter |
I Love a Good Refresh When things get stagnant and old, a refresh can breathe just the right amount of new life into a classroom. In December, I take some time to reflect on some areas of my classroom where I can shake things up. Where are my students ready to...
by Gina Russell, B.S , M.Ed | Dec 14, 2023 | Adapted Books, Winter |
While most everyone else you talk to is living for summer to come back around, I love this weather and I LOVE this time of year! There’s something so whimsical about Gingerbread houses, snowmen, candy canes and sugar cookies. This year my students and families have...
by Gina Russell, B.S , M.Ed | Feb 9, 2023 | Adapted Books, Basic Skills, Winter |
You guys the nostalgia behind Valentine’s activities is real! I miss the days of decorating those little heart pocket envelopes for desks and passing out sweet treats. So, you better believe I am taking full advantage of these activities with my daycare and home...
by Jen Koenig, B.S, M.Ed., LBS1 | Jan 18, 2023 | Academics, Art & Fine Motor, Sensory, Winter |
Beat the Winter Blues By January, when the holidays are over and everything settles into routine, the winter blues can set in. The weather in the mid-west gets cold, rainy, snowy, and gross. Indoor recess becomes the norm, and students (and staff!) get restless. Some...