Clever Classroom Blog

Having resource ideas to use for any word list makes planning very easy.   I have collected a bunch of my activities that you could use with any word list like sight words, spelling words, HFW, book, vocabulary, math, personal or interest lists.  This approach will save you planning time and your students will enjoy […]

It’s almost Christmas which means it’s time to organize all of your fun Christmas ideas.  What will you be doing in your classroom this year?  I am a sucker for art and craft Christmas projects (see links below).  I always plan to implement a bunch of ideas and never have the time!  You should see […]

Teaching children to be grateful is something that is developed over time, often through great rolemodeling.  How to you role model what you are thankful for on a daily basis? Do you practice being grateful for the people, things and events in your life? It’s important to me that children learn these skills from an […]

If you’re familiar with my blog and resources then you know I love bottle caps and craft! So putting the two together was so exciting to me!  Sad, yes but true!   ‘Bottle Cap Turkey Prints’ were born! If you’re looking for a simple craft activity for November, then this one is perfect.  I would […]

If you’re like me, then you check off  Dolch words via a standard sheet for each student.  You know the one, the one with columns and rows full of sight words and HFW!  Nothing wrong with it, these kinds of sheets have served me well over many years but…. I wanted, needed a new way […]